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University of Arkansas System

Athletic Trainer

University of Arkansas System

. Act as the lead point of contact for NWACC coaches and staff on injuries .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeFayetteville • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in athletic training, including injury evaluation, treatment, and coordination of care with medical professionals. Maintains compliance with FERPA and HIPAA while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders in a collegiate athletics environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor's Degree In Athletic TrainingBoard Of Certification For Athletic Trainers (BOC)CPR/AED CertificationExperience In Collegiate Athletic TrainingFamiliarity With EMR (EPIC) Documentation

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Hard Skills
Clinical Injury EvaluationFirst-Line TreatmentInjury Prevention ProtocolsEmergency Response ProtocolsInjury ReportingTime-Management SkillsDocumentation SkillsCoordination Of CareTracking Injury TrendsScheduling Workflows
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationIndependent WorkTeam CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptability
Certifications & Qualifications
Board Of Certification For Athletic Trainers (BOC)CPR/AED Certification
Industry Keywords
Collegiate AthleticsUAMS ProtocolsFERPA ComplianceHIPAA ComplianceAthletic Training ServicesOutpatient OrthopedicsSports MedicineAthletic Training EquipmentEvent CoverageAthlete Needs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Act as the lead point of contact for NWACC coaches and staff on injuries
  • Coordinate on-site coverage across NWACC sports
  • Perform clinical injury evaluations and provide first-line treatment within scope
  • Refer athletes to physicians according to UAMS protocols and licensure requirements
  • Arrange referrals and coordinate imaging and physician-level care with UAMS Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Communicate participation status, restrictions, and return-to-play decisions to NWACC personnel while maintaining privacy compliance
  • Liaise with the NWACC Athletic Director on schedules, event coverage, and athlete needs
  • Maintain timely clinical documentation and align injury reporting with NWACC policies
  • Ensure FERPA/HIPAA compliance
  • Synchronize scheduling, imaging, and prior authorization workflows across UAMS athletics partnerships
  • Track injury trends and outcomes and report activity to support performance reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in athletic training, Kinesiology, or a closely related field required
  • Current certification through the Board of Certification for Athletic Trainers (BOC)
  • Current CPR/AED certification
  • At least one (1) year of athletic training
  • Prior experience providing athletic training services in a collegiate or scholastic setting
  • Experience coordinating care between an athletics program and outpatient orthopedics/sports medicine providers
  • Familiarity with EMR (EPIC) documentation
  • Working knowledge of injury prevention, evaluation, and emergency response protocols specific to collegiate athletics
  • Ability to communicate effectively across clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, including coaching staff, athletes, and physicians
  • Ability to work independently at a satellite campus location with limited on-site clinical support
  • Strong documentation and time-management skills
  • Ability to respond quickly to on-field/on-court emergencies, including kneeling, bending, and rapid mobility across athletic facilities
  • Ability to lift and carry athletic training equipment and supplies
  • Ability to work outside standard business hours for practices, competitions, and travel as required by the athletic calendar
  • Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy