Athletic Trainer - College Athletics

Athletic Trainer - College Athletics

Launch Your Athletic Training Career in NCAA Division I Athletics

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) Sports Medicine is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support NCAA Division I student-athletes through injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play services.

This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and early-career Athletic Trainers looking to gain valuable experience in college athletics while working alongside experienced Sports Medicine physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, strength and conditioning staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Whether you are beginning your career or looking to transition into collegiate athletics, this role offers the opportunity to work with SEC student athletes in a nationally recognized Sports Medicine program.

Potential Sport Assignments

• Women's Soccer
• Lacrosse
• Men's Basketball
• Women's Basketball
• Cross Country / Track & Field
• Baseball
• Other sports as determined by departmental needs

Assignments are based on program needs and professional development opportunities.

What You'll Do

• Provide athletic training and sports medicine services for NCAA Division I student-athletes.
• Evaluate, treat, and help manage athletic injuries and medical conditions.
• Support injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return-to-play activities.
• Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, coaches, strength and conditioning staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide practice, competition, and event coverage as assigned.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication regarding athlete care.
• Promote athlete health, safety, and wellness.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited Athletic Training program.
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, or certification pending for recent graduates.
• Eligible for Tennessee Athletic Trainer licensure.

Preferred

• Experience working with athletes through clinical rotations, internships, graduate assistantships, fellowships, or employment.
• Interest in college athletics and sports medicine.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills.

Recent graduates and Athletic Trainers early in their careers are encouraged to apply.

Professional Development Opportunity

• You will gain hands-on exposure to:
• Injury prevention and risk reduction strategies
• Orthopedic evaluation and treatment
• Rehabilitation planning and progression
• Return-to-play decision-making
• Interdisciplinary sports medicine collaboration
• High-level athletic performance environments

This role is an excellent opportunity for Athletic Trainers pursuing future careers in collegiate athletics, professional sports, orthopedic sports medicine, or performance-focused healthcare.

Why Vanderbilt?

• Gain hands-on experience working with SEC student-athletes.
• Learn from experienced Sports Medicine physicians and athletic trainers.
• Develop your clinical skills within a nationally recognized academic medical center.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to athlete health, safety, and performance.
• Build valuable experience in one of the most competitive collegiate athletic environments in the country.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about athletics, sports medicine, and helping student-athletes perform at their best, we encourage you to apply and begin building your career in college athletics with Vanderbilt.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center