Athletic Trainer (ATC) Football (NCAA Division I)

Athletic Trainer (ATC) Football (NCAA Division I)

Vanderbilt University is seeking a driven, dynamic Athletic Trainer (ATC) to join our Sports Medicine team supporting NCAA Division I Football student-athletes competing in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). This role delivers comprehensive athletic training services to elite football athletes competing at one of the highest levels of collegiate athletics.

Working with occasional guidance, you'll collaborate with the Director of Sports Medicine, team physicians, Vanderbilt University Medical Center specialists, and a high-performance athletic training team to deliver evidence-based care, enhance performance, and promote athlete well-being.

This position also serves as a key liaison between Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) and Vanderbilt University, providing on-field coverage, injury management, education, and high-impact sports medicine services.

This role is ideal for experienced athletic trainers who thrive in a competitive, fast-paced environment and are passionate about supporting student-athletes at the highest level of collegiate football.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an Athletic Trainer for Vanderbilt Football, providing hands-on coverage for practices, strength and conditioning sessions, team travel, and SEC competition.
• Collaborate with sports medicine leadership to develop and deliver individualized athletic training and sports medicine plans of care.
• Perform advanced evaluations and analyze functional and clinical data to determine readiness, safe participation levels, and return-to-play timelines.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to support performance optimization and athlete longevity.
• Promote athlete health, safety, and wellness within a competitive, high-performance environment aligned with SEC and Vanderbilt Athletics standards.
• Coordinate care with team physicians, Vanderbilt University Medical Center specialists, and performance staff to support positive athlete outcomes.
• Contribute to administrative and operational duties that support the overall success of the program.
• Operate motor vehicles to provide onsite coverage at practices, competitions, and team events across multiple locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the advancement of Vanderbilt Football Sports Medicine.

Required Qualifications

• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), in good standing
• Eligible for, or currently holding, Tennessee state licensure
• Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of certified athletic training experience supporting collegiate football, NCAA athletics, or professional football athletes
• Valid driver's license with a good, insurable driving record
• Candidates must possess current BOC Athletic Trainer (ATC) certification. Other clinical licenses or certifications do not substitute for this requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NCAA Division I Football, Power Conference athletics, or professional football programs
• Demonstrated ability to excel in high-tempo, competitive, athlete-focused environments
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills

Vanderbilt is a proud member of the SEC with a growing national athletic footprint and a strong commitment to competitive excellence. Supported by the unmatched resources of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, our sports medicine staff works with some of the nation's most gifted student-athletes.

Join a sports medicine program where your expertise as an Athletic Trainer directly impacts athlete performance, injury prevention, and long-term player development within NCAA Division I Football. At Vanderbilt, you'll utilize evidence-based sports medicine, advanced athletic training techniques, and high-performance rehabilitation strategies to deliver comprehensive care that consistently produces positive outcomes.

This is an opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the success of a nationally recognized NCAA Division I Football program and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in student-athlete health, safety, and performance.