Baptist Health Care
Location
Gulf Breeze, Florida
Responsible for the prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for assigned schools and coverage sites. Acts as a healthcare ambassador and educator for coaches and administrators regarding emergency preparedness and student-athlete well-being.
Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Science. Must hold BOC certification, BLS for Healthcare Providers, and licensure in Florida (and Alabama if applicable).
The Athletic Trainer I is responsible for the prevention, assessment, immediate management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and conditions. The AT provides quality healthcare services to assigned schools and/or coverage sites. This position is responsible for being engaged within the schools, sites, and communities, acting as an ambassador for Baptist Health Care, Andrews Institute, and the Sports Medicine department, facilitating access and availability for all health care services. This position plays an integral role in educating appropriate personnel (i.e., coaches, athletic directors, administrators, officials, etc.) on emergency preparedness, injury prevention, and best practices for the health, care, and well-being of student-athletes, spectators, and staff.
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse [https://info.flclearinghouse.com/]
Market context
Florida employers often seek outreach athletic trainers for schools, sports medicine clinics, and community programs, especially where coverage for practices, events, and injury prevention is needed. These roles are competitive because they typically require BOC certification, BLS for Healthcare Providers, and Florida licensure, with some employers also expecting Alabama licensure if applicable. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your licensure status and outreach availability before applying.