Baptist Health Care·Gulf Breeze, Florida
The Athletic Trainer I is responsible for the prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries at assigned schools and coverage sites. They act as a healthcare ambassador and educate personnel on emergency preparedness and best practices for student-athlete well-being.
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/]
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Science. Required certifications include state licensure in Florida (and Alabama if applicable), BOC certification, and BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Market context
In Florida, outreach athletic trainer roles are typically driven by schools, sports medicine groups, and community coverage needs, especially where event and sideline support are ongoing. These positions can be competitive because employers often want candidates who already hold Florida licensure, BOC certification, and BLS for Healthcare Providers, along with a degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Science. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, and confirm whether Alabama licensure is needed if your outreach territory crosses state lines.