Athletic Trainer (ATC) – Football (NCAA Division I)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University is seeking a driven, dynamic Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our Sports Medicine team supporting NCAA Division I Football student-athletes competing in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). This role delivers comprehensive athletic training services to elite football athletes competing at one of the highest levels of collegiate athletics. Working with occasional guidance, you'll collaborate with the Director of Sports Medicine, team physicians, VUMC specialists, and a high-performance athletic training team to deliver evidence-based care, enhance performance, and promote athlete well-being. This position also serves as a key liaison between Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Vanderbilt University, providing on-field coverage, injury management, education, and high-impact sports medicine services. This role is ideal for experienced athletic trainers who thrive in a competitive, fast-paced environment and are passionate about supporting student-athletes at the highest level of collegiate football.

Requirements

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), in good standing
Eligible for, or currently holding, Tennessee state licensure
Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field
Minimum of 3 years of certified athletic training experience supporting collegiate football, NCAA athletics, or professional football athletes
Valid driver's license with a good, insurable driving record
Candidates must possess current BOC Athletic Trainer (ATC) certification. Other clinical licenses or certifications do not substitute for this requirement.
1 year of relevant work experience
Master's degree

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting NCAA Division I Football, Power Conference athletics, or professional football programs
Demonstrated ability to excel in high-tempo, competitive, athlete-focused environments
Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

Serve as an Athletic Trainer for Vanderbilt Football, providing hands-on coverage for practices, strength and conditioning sessions, team travel, and SEC competition.
Collaborate with sports medicine leadership to develop and deliver individualized athletic training and sports medicine plans of care.
Perform advanced evaluations and analyze functional and clinical data to determine readiness, safe participation levels, and return-to-play timelines.
Implement evidence-based interventions to support performance optimization and athlete longevity.
Promote athlete health, safety, and wellness within a competitive, high-performance environment aligned with SEC and Vanderbilt Athletics standards.
Coordinate care with team physicians, Vanderbilt University Medical Center specialists, and performance staff to support positive athlete outcomes.
Contribute to administrative and operational duties that support the overall success of the program.
Operate motor vehicles to provide onsite coverage at practices, competitions, and team events across multiple locations.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the advancement of Vanderbilt Football Sports Medicine.
Collaborates in establishing athletic training and sports medicine services, plan of care; then coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient/athlete care needs across the continuum.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's/athlete's care and management to determine patient/athlete functional capabilities within defined activity levels.
Continually utilizes Athletic Training skills and resources to evaluate patient's/athlete's functional capabilities towards optimal, safe participation, and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
Assist with professional and administrative services for the successful implementation and development of the program.
Operate motor vehicles to provide on-site support at various locations.