Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Location: US-TX-El Paso

Cognito Systems, a joint venture with Planned Systems International (PSI), is looking for a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join the U.S. Army's rapidly expanding Holistic Health and Fitness (H2F) program ss in El Paso, TX.

This is more than just an athletic training role, it's an opportunity to be part of the Army's largest human performance optimization initiative. As a key member of a interdisciplinary team, you'll help drive real outcomes, including a 23% increase in Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) pass rates, reduced musculoskeletal injuries, and improvements in behavioral health. Launched in 2018 and scaled across brigades beginning in 2020, H2F has already been implemented in 45 active‑deployment brigades, with full expansion to 110 brigades expected by fiscal year 2027.

Learn more about the Army's H2F program here Athletic Trainer Careers Supporting U.S. Military - PSI

As an Athletic Trainer supporting the H2F initiative, you will:

• Work collaboratively with a diverse team that may include physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, dietitians, cognitive performance experts, and occupational therapists.
• Contribute to soldier readiness by delivering prevention-focused care, acute injury management, and rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries.
• Engage in performance optimization strategies that address the five H2F readiness domains: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, and spiritual.
• Support unit leaders with evidence-based strategies to reduce injuries, promote recovery, and enhance overall unit readiness.
• Leverage data and tools developed by the Center for Initial Military Training (CIMT) to track and improve performance outcomes.
• Serve as a key player in improving soldier performance, ACFT pass rates, and resilience across the force.

• Degree: Bachelor's Degree.
• Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE); passing score from the BOC for the Athletic Trainer;
  National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Certification: Unrestricted state license/registration/certification in any of the 49 regulated states, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. Athletic trainers will be required to obtain in‑state licensure as part of the onboarding process.
• Experience: Two years of relevant Athletic Training work experience within the last three years; experience working with active populations (e.g., military, high school, collegiate, professional sports, performing arts, occupational health).
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship.
• Credentialing: Ability to pass background check and drug screen. Current physical exam and immunizations.

• The role is dynamic and on‑site, requiring adaptability in a fast‑paced and multifaceted environment. Duties and priorities may shift throughout the workday, and interaction with soldiers during training or recovery is hands‑on and proactive. Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds and spend time on feet, in the elements, while carrying supplies.

About Cognito Systems

Cognito Systems, a Mentor‑Protege Joint Venture between Quarter Line Consulting Services, a subsidiary of PSI, and Resolution Think, is committed to delivering high‑quality healthcare services to military personnel and veterans. Our mission is to support the health and readiness of those who serve our nation.

Why Join Us?

Join a team that's leading the charge in revolutionizing Army fitness and wellness. The H2F program is already making measurable improvements in soldier health, from injury reduction to enhanced performance – and you can be a vital part of that impact.

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