Clinical Athletic Trainer - Sports Medicine

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join their dynamic Sports Medicine team at the Nashville West location. This role is crucial in supporting Sports Medicine physicians by ensuring efficient patient flow, delivering high-quality clinical care, and providing exceptional patient education. The position is full-time, with a consistent Monday-Friday business hours schedule. The trainer will work closely with the supervising physician, assisting in maintaining clinic flow, patient education, and office procedures. This role involves varied, hands-on clinical work including casting, splinting, DME, and concussion protocols, offering an opportunity to work closely with physicians and grow within a respected Sports Medicine practice. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where uniqueness is sought and celebrated.

Requirements

Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer
Current Tennessee Athletic Trainer License (or eligible)
Bachelor's degree
Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years of Athletic Trainer experience, preferably in Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, or outpatient clinical settings
Experience with casting, splinting, concussion management, and DME strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Educating patients on injury prevention, risks associated with sports participation, and activity modification using effective communication strategies.
Performing assessments of injury, illness, or conditions and sharing findings with the supervising physician in accordance with accepted clinical protocols.
Administering therapeutic, conditioning, and rehabilitation exercises to promote recovery, function, and performance.
Educating patients on treatment plans, rehabilitation programs, and reconditioning strategies to support safe return to activity.
Completing patient intake, documentation, and clinical preparation prior to physician evaluations.
Assisting physicians with procedures such as joint aspirations/injections, wound care, and home exercise instruction as directed.
Managing concussion protocols and ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
Performing cast and splint application and removal, as well as DME fittings and instruction.
Supporting efficient patient throughput and clinic flow.
Performing additional duties within the athletic training scope of practice as directed by the physician.