Clinical Athletic Trainer – High School Outreach

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: ATC Sports Med HS Outreach Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Provides services to patients and athletes who have impairments, functional limitations or changes in physical function and health status as a result of injury, illness or other causes with occasional guidance. Actively collaborates with the health care/educational team which consists of the Director of Sports Medicine, team physicians, Vanderbilt University Medical Center specialists, athletic trainers and physical therapists to meet patient care, outcomes and system treatment, rehabilitation care to athletes using modalities, personnel, equipment and supply resources. . Clinical Athletic Trainer – High School Outreach Program Locations: 4th floor of Medical Center East (MCE) at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and local high schools. Schedule: Morning physician clinic coverage; afternoon high school outreach Job Type: Full-Time License Required: Tennessee Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT, ATC) Summary Vanderbilt Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Athletic Trainer to support our High School Outreach Program. This role combines morning clinical care in a physician practice environment with afternoon on-site athletic training coverage at local high schools. The ideal candidate is patient‑centered, collaborative, and passionate about helping athletes safely return to play. Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities (Morning): Assist physicians with patient evaluations, treatments, and follow-up care. Provide patient education regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, and post-operative recovery. Document clinical findings and maintain accurate electronic medical records. High School Outreach Responsibilities (Afternoon): Provide daily athletic training coverage for practices and events at assigned high schools. Evaluate and manage sports-related injuries in coordination with physicians, coaches, athletes, and families. Implement injury prevention programs, emergency action plans, and return-to-play protocols. Serve as a trusted resource for student-athletes, parents, and school communities. General Expectations: Travel between clinic and school locations is required. Maintain professionalism and uphold Vanderbilt’s commitment to excellence, safety, and teamwork. Why Vanderbilt Health? Nationally recognized as a leader in healthcare, education, and research Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and academic collaboration Supportive, team-based environment that values innovation and clinical excellence Comprehensive day-one benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and mileage reimbursement Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young athletes and the surrounding community Apply Today Join a team dedicated to advancing sports medicine and supporting the next generation of student-athletes. PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF ALL WE DO. Our vision: The world leader in advancing personalized health. Our mission: personalizing the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. Making Health Care Personal. We’re looking for like-minded individuals driven to make a difference. We invite you to explore careers at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. At VUMC, we place a priority on designing with and for our patients and families. We value collaboration, embrace continuous learning and discovery, and seek to be a place where everyone has the chance to thrive. We’re the largest private employer in Middle Tennessee, with a growing team and expanding footprint in towns and communities across the region. We employ more than 28,000 people who work in inpatient and outpatient clinical care, research, and graduate medical education as well as critical supporting roles in administration, information technology and informatics, finance, legal and community affairs, communications and marketing, fund-raising, groundskeeping and facilities, and many more. Our growing health system has more than 1,700 licensed hospital beds at: Vanderbilt University Hospital Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt Vanderbilt Psychiatric Hospital Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital Vanderbilt Tullahoma-Harton Hospital It’s also home to hundreds of outpatient clinic and surgical locations throughout the region. We serve our community with many unique and specialized services including the Level 1 Trauma Center, a highly experienced Transplant Center that does the most heart transplants in the world, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Lung Institute, Burn Center and many more. World-leading academic departments and centers make scientific discoveries, advance clinical care and train the next generation of health care professionals. Our robust research enterprise consistently ranks among the highest in the country as measured by peer-reviewed grant funding from the National Institutes of Health. We’re honored to be consistently considered among the nation’s best hospitals, including being nationally ranked in multiple medical specialties for treating the most complex conditions in adults and children by US News and World Report. Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt ranked as the No. 1 children’s hospital in the southeast in 2024. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at VUMC for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. Join us in Making Health Care Personal.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field
• Active Tennessee Athletic Trainer License (LAT)
• Current BOC Certification (ATC)
• CPR/AED certification
• Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills
• Strong commitment to athlete safety and clinical excellence

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of experience as an Athletic Trainer (clinical or outreach)

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing athletic training and sports medicine services, plan of care; then coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient/athlete care needs across the continuum.
• Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's/athlete's care and management to determine patient/athlete functional capabilities within defined activity levels.
• Continually utilizes Athletic Training skills and resources to evaluate patient's/athlete's functional capabilities towards optimal, safe participation, and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• Assist physicians with patient evaluations, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Provide patient education regarding injury prevention, rehabilitation, and post-operative recovery.
• Document clinical findings and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Provide daily athletic training coverage for practices and events at assigned high schools.
• Evaluate and manage sports-related injuries in coordination with physicians, coaches, athletes, and families.
• Implement injury prevention programs, emergency action plans, and return-to-play protocols.
• Serve as a trusted resource for student-athletes, parents, and school communities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive day-one benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional development, continuing education, and academic collaboration
• Supportive, team-based environment that values innovation and clinical excellence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level