Lead Athletic Trainer

Planned Systems International, Inc.•Barstow, CA

3d•$75,767 - $80,453•Onsite

About The Position

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is seeking a Lead Athletic Trainer to join the U.S. Army’s Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program at Ft. Irwin, CA. This role is part of a significant initiative focused on human performance optimization, aiming to increase Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) pass rates, reduce musculoskeletal injuries, and improve behavioral health. The H2F program, launched in 2018, is expanding across the Army, with full expansion to 110 brigades expected by fiscal year 2027. The Lead Athletic Trainer will serve as a key member of an interdisciplinary team, contributing to the health and readiness of soldiers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and a Master's Degree in a related field such as Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, etc., from an accredited university.
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).
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.
Five years of relevant Athletic Training work experience.
Experience working with active populations (e.g. military, high school, collegiate, professional sports, performing arts, occupational health).
U.S. Citizenship.
Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
Current physical and immunizations.

Responsibilities

Serve as Brigade Lead Athletic Trainer and principal advisor to your Injury Control Director on basic acute care, injury control, reconditioning, and performance optimization.
Coordinate with Brigade H2F Strength and Conditioning team, master Fitness Trainers and Brigade Command Sergeant Major as requested to support unit development and execution of training programs in the physical domain for Soldiers with and without physical limitations.
Ensure education, instruction, and guidance to Soldiers and Brigade leadership within AT scope of practice is synchronized with Brigade training calendar.
Provide ATC overview brief as requested that can be utilized when in-processing new Soldiers to your Brigade. Should include at a minimum AT introduction and description of services offered, reasons to seek AT services, and locations/hours of availability. Should be developed with entire ATC team, lead is responsible for organizing and ensuring its completion.
Ensure safe and effective operation of equipment and tracking of supplies, report any deficiencies or needs to the Brigade Program Director.
Complete Monthly Status Report with emphasis on recommendations, best practices, and lessons learned.
In coordination with the Brigade Program Director and/or the Injury Control Director/clinical supervisor, attend and participate in meetings with Brigade leadership as requested or required. It is the Lead AT’s responsibility to review meeting notes/information from meetings if not present.
Lead AT shall prepare and submit reports as requested by the Brigade Program Director and/or the Injury Control Director/clinical supervisor.
Attend and participate in meetings with other H2F Performance Team members and medical personnel as requested or required.
Perform other tasks within the scope of the AT position description, as assigned by the Brigade Program Director and/or the Injury Control Director/clinical supervisor.
Ensure yourself and fellow ATCs are completing their documentation, Monthly Status Reports, peer reviews and other required documentation in a timely manner.
As required, participate in H2F Program reviews to identify best practices and lessons learned throughout the H2F Program and recommend opportunities for improvement.
Act as the Point of Contact for Cognito Systems, relaying information and working with Project Manager as requested.