Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International • Anchorage, AK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Overview Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is looking for a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join the U.S. Army’s rapidly expanding Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Anchorage, AK . This is more than just an athletic training role, it’s an opportunity to be part of the Army’s largest human performance optimization initiative. As a key member of a interdisciplinary team, you’ll help drive real outcomes, including a 23% increase in Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) pass rates, reduced musculoskeletal injuries, and improvements in behavioral health. Launched in 2018 and scaled across brigades beginning in 2020, H2F has already been implemented in 45 active-duty brigades, with full expansion to 110 brigades expected by fiscal year 2027. Learn more about the Army’s H2F program here Athletic Trainer Careers Supporting U.S. Military - PSI Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities As an Athletic Trainer supporting the H2F initiative, you will: Work collaboratively with a diverse team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists. Contribute to soldier readiness by delivering prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries. Engage in performance optimization strategies that address 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. Leverage data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes. Serve as a key player in improving soldier performance, ACFT pass rates , and resilience across the force.

Requirements

• Degree: Bachelor's Degree.
• Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
• Passing score from the BOC for the Athletic Trainer.
• National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Certification: Unrestricted state license/registration/certification in any of the 49 regulated states, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the US Virgin Islands to provide health care within the scope of practice for Athletic Trainers per state practice acts. Athletic trainers will be required to obtain in-state licensure as part of the onboarding process.
• Experience: Two years of relevant Athletic Training work experience within the last three years.
• Experience working with active populations (e.g. military, high school, collegiate, professional sports, performing arts, occupational health).
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship.
• Credentialing: Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Current physical and immunizations.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with a diverse team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists.
• Contribute to soldier readiness by delivering prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Engage in performance optimization strategies that address 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.
• Leverage data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes.
• Serve as a key player in improving soldier performance, ACFT pass rates , and resilience across the force.

Benefits

• PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
• The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
• We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees