Intercollegiate Athletic Trainer

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Intercollegiate Athletic Trainer Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Position Summary Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking an experienced and motivated Intercollegiate Athletic Trainer to support Division I student‑athletes through high‑quality sports medicine care. This role provides services to athletes who experience injuries, functional limitations, or changes in physical function or health status. The Athletic Trainer collaborates daily with a multidisciplinary healthcare and educational team and serves as a liaison between VUMC Sports Medicine and the University’s athletic programs. Term Position Information This is a Term position. A Term position is a staff position that is expected to exist for a period longer than six months, but generally not beyond one year. Although a position may exist for a specified or indefinite period, staff who accept Term positions are not guaranteed employment for the entire period; they are employed for indefinite periods within the limit of the appointment. There are no guarantees of continued employment, either within the term or when the term ends. Hires in term positions are bound by all VUMC policies and procedures and must successfully complete an initial orientation period. Staff members in term positions are eligible for certain benefits. Sports Assignment This role will be assigned to one of the following sports: Men’s Basketball Soccer/Lacrosse Track/Cross-Country Football/Bowling Sport assignment is determined based on experience, program needs, and departmental structure. Why Join Vanderbilt Sports Medicine? Opportunity to work with Division I student‑athletes in the SEC. Collaborative interdisciplinary sports medicine team environment. Access to exceptional clinical resources, mentorship, and professional development. Ability to make a meaningful impact on athlete health, performance, and well-being. About Vanderbilt University Medical Center VUMC is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient care, education, and innovation. Our athletic trainers are essential members of a high‑performance care model supporting student‑athlete safety, performance, and long‑term health. Apply Today If you are passionate about sports medicine and dedicated to supporting collegiate athletes, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC).
Eligible for Tennessee state licensure.
Strong clinical reasoning, communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with intercollegiate or elite athletes preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return‑to‑play services for student‑athletes with injuries or health-related concerns.
Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, strength and conditioning staff, and athletic administrators to ensure coordinated athlete care.
Maintain complete documentation, injury tracking, and communication consistent with VUMC, NCAA, and team protocols.
Educate student‑athletes on injury prevention, health promotion, recovery strategies, and performance optimization.
Support practice and game coverage, including travel as required by the sport assignment.
Serve as a professional representative of VUMC within the collegiate athletics environment.
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.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
Helps with coordinating and implementing care delivery.
Operate motor vehicles to provide on-site support at various locations.