Athletic Trainer-NWACC (Northwest, AR.)

University of Arkansas System•Bentonville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Team UAMS as an Athletic Trainer in this exciting opportunity to enhance on-site athletic care for NWACC student-athletes. Take a leading role in maintaining athlete health, activity, and readiness for competition. As the primary liaison for NWACC Athletics, you'll expertly assess injuries, coordinate care plans with UAMS physicians, and make informed return-to-play decisions with privacy and protocols top of mind. This embedded position not only collaborates closely with NWACC leadership but is also strategically aligned with UAMS physicians to increase physician access, visibility, and involvement at NWACC. By working hand in hand with UAMS physicians, you will support comprehensive athlete care while maintaining strong collaboration with NWACC athletics. The role upholds UAMS clinical standards, ensuring smooth scheduling, coverage, and care coordination across regional collegiate programs. We are seeking a proactive and communicative athletic trainer with a proven track record of providing collegiate-level care. The ideal candidate will collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, including UAMS physicians, and possess the ability to manage complex return-to-play decisions efficiently. Candidates who adopt a patient-centered approach, maintain meticulous documentation, and uphold privacy and safety standards in a dynamic, multi-site environment are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in athletic training, Kinesiology, or a closely related field required
Current certification through the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)
Current CPR/AED certification
At least one (1) year of athletic training
Prior experience providing athletic training services in a collegiate or scholastic setting
Experience coordinating care between an athletics program and outpatient orthopedics/sports medicine providers
Familiarity with EMR (EPIC) documentation
Working knowledge of injury prevention, evaluation, and emergency response protocols specific to collegiate athletics
Ability to communicate effectively across clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, including coaching staff, athletes, and physicians
Ability to work independently at a satellite campus location with limited on-site clinical support
Strong documentation and time-management skills
Ability to respond quickly to on-field/on-court emergencies, including kneeling, bending, and rapid mobility across athletic facilities
Ability to lift and carry athletic training equipment and supplies
Ability to work outside standard business hours for practices, competitions, and travel as required by the athletic calendar
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Responsibilities

Act as the lead for NWACC coaches and staff on injuries; coordinate on-site coverage across NWACC sports.
Perform clinical injury evaluations, provide first-line treatment within scope, and refer to physicians per UAMS protocols and licensure requirements.
Arrange referrals and schedule coordination for imaging and physician-level care as indicated.
Relay status, restrictions, and return-to-play decisions to NWACC personnel with privacy compliance.
Liaise with the NWACC Athletic Director on schedules, event coverage, and athlete needs; maintain that medical decisions remain with UAMS.
Maintain timely clinical documentation and align injury reporting with NWACC policies; ensure FERPA/HIPAA compliance.
Synchronize scheduling, imaging, and prior authorization workflows across UAMS athletics partnerships.
Track injury trends and outcomes; report activity to support performance reviews.