Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International, Inc. • Fort Riley North, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Ft. Riley, Kansas. The role contributes to the Army’s human performance optimization initiative by supporting soldier readiness, injury prevention and recovery, and performance improvement as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The Athletic Trainer will provide prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries; contribute to performance strategies across H2F’s physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual readiness domains; and help unit leaders use evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries and improve recovery and readiness. The role also uses data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training to track and improve performance outcomes.

This is a dynamic, on-site role in a fast-paced environment. Duties and priorities may change during the workday, and the position involves hands-on interaction with soldiers during training and recovery. The employee must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and spend time on their feet and outdoors while carrying supplies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Graduate of a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
• Passing score from the Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Unrestricted state license, registration, or certification in an eligible regulated state or jurisdiction to provide health care within the Athletic Trainer scope of practice; in-state licensure must be obtained as part of onboarding.
• Two years of relevant Athletic Training work experience within the last three years.
• Experience working with active populations, such as military, high school, collegiate, or professional sports, performing arts, or occupational health populations.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Current physical and immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists.
• Deliver prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Engage in performance optimization strategies addressing the physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual H2F readiness domains.
• Support unit leaders with evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries, promote recovery, and enhance unit readiness.
• Use data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training to track and improve performance outcomes.
• Contribute to improving soldier performance, Army Combat Fitness Test pass rates, and resilience.

Benefits

• Paid leave.
• Employer-sponsored group medical insurance options.
• Dental insurance options.
• Vision insurance options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• AD&D coverage.
• Legal services.
• Identity theft insurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
• Professional courses and certifications.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time