Athletic Trainer Jobs in Arkansas

An Athletic Trainer in the fitness and recreation industry is a certified health professional who collaborates with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. They work closely with athletes, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts to prevent and treat sports-related injuries, provide first aid, and develop and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs. Athletic Trainers work in a variety of settings within the fitness and recreation industry, including health clubs, recreational sports centers, schools, and universities.

Important skills for an Athletic Trainer include strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, as well as a thorough understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Certification is often required; the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) is the nationally recognized certifying body. Prior to becoming an Athletic Trainer, individuals may have roles such as a Fitness Instructor, Physical Therapy Assistant, or Sports Medicine Aid. All these roles provide valuable experience in the physical fitness and healthcare fields that can serve as a foundation for a career as an Athletic Trainer.

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Sports Athletic Trainer-PRN (Northwest, AR)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 hours ago

events and promote injury prevention education....

Personal Trainer

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 4 hours ago

Demonstrate safe and proper exercise technique to clients. SALES AND SERVICE OF MEMBERS Instruct members on proper use of club equipment and exercise techniques....

events and promote injury prevention education....

Sports Athletic Trainer-PRN (Northwest, AR)

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago

events and promote injury prevention education....

Assistant Athletic Trainer

  • Clarksville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Clarksville, AR
  • 2 days ago

This position will report to the Athletic Director and work in the athletic department in conjunction with the head athletic trainer to provide athletic training related services to all Ozarks student-athletes...

Athletic Trainer - Carlisle High School

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

Key Responsibilities Injury Prevention & First Aid Develop and implement athletic training coverage for all interscholastic events, both home and away....

Sports Athletic Trainer-PRN

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

who have suffered a sports injury or illness as well as provide injury prevention education to those athletes....

Sports Athletic Trainer-PRN

  • AR
  • 7 days ago
  • AR
  • 7 days ago

who have suffered a sports injury or illness as well as provide injury prevention education to those athletes....

Sports Athletic Trainer-PRN

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 7 days ago

who have suffered a sports injury or illness as well as provide injury prevention education to those athletes....

Athletic Trainer

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 7 days ago

POSITION TITLE: Athletic Trainer QUALIFICATIONS: Current NATA certification in good standing, eligible for state of Arkansas athletic training licensure CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification preferred...

Athletic Trainer - Fayetteville High School

  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 8 days ago

Training (AR) - Arkansas State Board of Athletic Training Recommended Certifications: Description 1....

Personal Trainer

  • Paragould, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Paragould, AR
  • 8 days ago

science is preferred Certified in MX4-Level 10 Educational Level: High School Diploma or GED required College degree in Kinesiology, or related field is highly preferred Physical Requirements: This...

Exercise Physiologist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago

Overview CHI St Vincent Infirmary is a 600 bed faith-based, non-profit, acute care facility providing quality health care to patients and communities from all over the State of Arkansas. Our level...

Athletic Trainer

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 12 days ago

In addition Interns will assist six other staff athletic trainers with coverage of five coed athletic training rooms, be involved with instruction and supervision of athletic training students, and...

Fitness Trainer

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 14 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 14 days ago

Bachelors degree in exercise science or kinesiology may be accepted in lieu of a Trainer Certification. CPR/AED certification required....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Athletic Trainer Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Athletic Trainer positions.



Highest Education Level

Athletic Trainers in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.2%
Master's Degree
25.2%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
High School or GED
5.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Athletic Trainers in Arkansas
2-4 years
43.2%
1-2 years
40.2%
None
16.6%


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