Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International, Inc. • Tacoma, WA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer to support the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Joint Base Lewis McChord in Tacoma, Washington. This full-time, temporary position runs through September 2027 and contributes to the Army’s human performance optimization initiative. The trainer will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to support soldier readiness, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and performance optimization across H2F’s physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual readiness domains.

Cognito Systems is a Mentor-Protégé Joint Venture between QuarterLine Consulting Services, a PSI subsidiary, and Resolution Think. The company provides healthcare services to military personnel and veterans, with a mission to support the health and readiness of those who serve. The position is on-site and involves hands-on interaction with soldiers in a dynamic environment. The annual salary is $80,172.40.

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 to provide athletic trainer healthcare within the scope of practice in an eligible regulated jurisdiction; in-state licensure must be obtained during 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.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds, spend time on one’s feet and in the elements, and carry supplies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a diverse 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.
• Contribute to performance optimization strategies across the five H2F readiness domains: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual.
• Support unit leaders with evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries, promote recovery, and enhance overall unit readiness.
• Use data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes.
• Help improve soldier performance, Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) pass rates, and resilience across the force.

Benefits

• Paid leave.
• Employer-sponsored group medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance options.
• 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