Certified Athletic Trainer

Battelle•Norfolk, NM

102d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Health Research and Analytics (HRA) business line is seeking a highly motivated, full-time Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our team in support of our government customer, U.S. Special Operations Command. This position will play a critical role in advancing the Preservation of the Forces and Family (POTFF) program, which is dedicated to optimizing and sustaining the mission readiness, longevity, and performance of Special Operations Forces (SOF). Through integrated and holistic human performance initiatives, POTFF strengthens both the Forces and their families, ensuring comprehensive support for those who serve. As an ATC, you will contribute to impactful research and analytics that drive evidence-based decision-making and enhance the effectiveness of these vital programs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of SOF personnel and their families while working in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. The position supports the POTFF Human Performance (HP) program by providing comprehensive injury prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement services for SOF personnel, with a focus on SOF Operators and Direct Combat Support staff. Responsibilities include delivering and documenting care within the ATC’s scope of practice, designing protective equipment, advising program leadership on clinical and administrative matters, collaborating to improve patient care, and ensuring compliance with clinical guidelines and documentation standards. The ATC will participate in program meetings, assist with training and fiscal planning, maintain equipment safety, and perform additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned by the HP program Manager or Coordinator.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in athletic training
Possess NATABOC certification
Current certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) or ability to obtain the certification within the first year of employment
At least five years of demonstrable accumulated experience (continuous and sustained experience preferred) as an ATC with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, and/or SOF Operators in the accompanying, respective settings
Ability to hike over rough terrain and function in austere environments to observe SOF training evolutions and the ability to assist with strength and conditioning testing and training protocols, and lift and manipulate loads or weights up to 25 kilograms
Possess a valid, unrestricted license from one of the 50 United States or its territories
Maintain credentialing requirements in good standing at a local MTF
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in athletic training
Experience in the field of strength and conditioning

Responsibilities

Function across the spectrum of the HP program by providing and facilitating injury prevention, basic acute care, effective rehabilitative care, and performance enhancement
Provide and perform the following services in support of POTFF’s HP program for SOF personnel, with priority on SOF Operators and Direct Combat Support personnel:
Provide HP services within the ATC’s scope of practice as defined by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
Design and fabricate protective pads, equipment and braces to help prevent and treat injuries, including the use of taping techniques within the ATC’s scope of practice
Provide instruction and guidance within the ATC’s scope of practice
Participate in periodic meetings to review the care provided to patients to identify opportunities for improvement. If not present, review meeting notes/information.
Serve as an advisor to the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator in matters related to injury prevention, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and bridging
Serve as an advisor to the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator for administrative matters, purchasing supplies and equipment, and supplemental fiscal requests
Collaborate throughout the HP program to enhance the quality of patient care delivered
Conduct equipment, product, and literature reviews to ensure HP stays current with the provision of care
Participate in quarterly peer record reviews for non-privileged healthcare providers
Attend and participate in meetings with other POTFF staff members and medical personnel as requested and/or required
Assist the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator in developing and updating criteria-based job descriptions and performance standards
Assist the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator in developing and maintaining clinical practice guidelines to ensure consistency of care across all Human Performance Training Centers (HPTCs)
Assist with the preparation of short and long-term fiscal plans
Submit input to the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator
Develop and promulgate training materials as requested and required by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator
Ensure safe and effective operation of equipment used for patient care and contributes to a safe working environment
Attend required training in accordance with guiding instructions
Perform clinical and administrative tasks assigned by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator
Document care provided, work performed, utilization, referrals, and all other information in the Military’s Electronic Health Record, e.g., GENESIS and/or the HP Enterprise-wide database, i.e., SPEAR, as directed by HP program Manager and/or Coordinator, USSOCOM HQ and POTFF staff.
Perform other tasks, within the scope of the ATC position description, as assigned by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator
Collect and report all data as requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator and required by USSOCOM HQ and POTFF staff
Utilize computers, software, and technologies as required and requested by the HP program Manager and/or Coordinator, USSOCOM HQ and POTFF staff