Green Card Certified Athletic Trainer Jobs
Certified Athletic Trainer jobs with green card sponsorship require employers to complete PERM labor certification before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Most positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, though candidates with a master's degree in athletic training may pursue EB-2. BOC certification and state licensure are central to employer-sponsored permanent residency in this field.
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PRIMARY LOCATION:
JHHS - Med Center NE - ULP - CMG
ADDRESS:
2401 Terra Crossing Blvd
Louisville, KY 40241
SHIFT:
First Shift (United States of America)
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Certified Athletic Trainer, Coordinator of sports performance services functions in three roles:
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As a program director for all Athletic Trainer administered cash pay services across all Frazier outpatient locations. In this role the coordinator determines pricing, programming, equipment needs, staffing needs, and any other components related to cash pay services offered to the public in the Physical Therapy clinics.
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As an athletic trainer in an outpatient rehabilitation setting. In this capacity, the trainer works in conjunction with the physical therapist to assist with patient care and the daily operations of a physical therapy clinic.
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As an athletic trainer providing cash pay services to clients. In this capacity the athletic trainer delivers treatment to cash paying clients. These services include performance enhancement, recovery, and injury screening offerings.
Additionally, the coordinator functions as an extension of the Manager/Director providing leadership for fiscal/budget, personnel, and operational functions as well as day to day operations of all the Athletic Trainers in Physical Therapy clinics.
Essential Functions:
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Under the supervision of a Supervisor/Manager/Director/Physical Therapist, this position will provide services, including:
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Evaluates assigned athletes/patients according to the acceptable practice guidelines and in compliance with department policies and procedures.
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Assists the therapist in implementing competent treatment and intervention and provides regular re-assessments for the purpose of treatment modification to maximize athletes/patient’s potential for functional independence, all in accordance with applicable practice guidelines and department policies and procedures.
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Completes required documentation and maintains pertinent record of assigned athletes/patients to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Assesses clients/athletes and develops appropriate plan for screening, recovery, readiness for return to sport, and/or performance enhancement for each individual.
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Communicates with athletes/patients, physicians, physical therapists, and coaches effectively and accurately to ensure excellent care and case management.
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Manages all cash pay services operations across our outpatient network including fiscally/budgets, personnel, and operations in a manner that ensures the highest quality of services and according to organization and department policies and procedures.
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Recognizes the need to and appropriately refers athletes to other disciplines and agencies.
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Orients new personnel in accordance with departmental standards.
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Orders supplies in a timely manner to prevent delays of service.
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Assists athletes/patients to minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, and prevention strategies.
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Completes performance appraisals of all athletic trainers under their supervision.
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Ensures quality cash pay products and services across the system via:
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Checking documentation and programming at all clinics periodically
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Constantly evaluating our competition’s products and pricing to assure we are competitive
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Staying up to date on new products and technologies that are available and pertinent for areas of their prevue.
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Develops marketing strategies and carries them out with help of their team.
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Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation, and overall wellness promotion.
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Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
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Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SHIFT REQUIREMENTS:
Shift Length (in hours): 8-10 hours daily
Shifts/Week: 5
Overtime Required: Infrequently Sometimes Often n/a (exempt position)
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Education:
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Minimal education requirements – Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field from an accredited college/university.
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Masters’ degree and/or athletic training residency preferred.
Experience:
- Required experience varies based on practice setting and programmatic needs of the facility.
Licensure:
- Nationally certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association. Licensed or eligible in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or State of Indiana, as appropriate to the facility.
Certification:
- Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Certified Athletic Trainer
Verify your BOC certification transfers across states
PERM requires you to meet the job's minimum requirements on the date of filing, not hire. Confirm your Board of Certification credential and state athletic training license are active in the sponsoring employer's state before the labor certification begins.
Target employers with established PERM filing history
University athletics departments, hospital systems, and professional sports organizations file PERM most consistently for athletic trainers. Use Migrate Mate to filter certified athletic trainer roles by employers with active green card sponsorship history.
Request a prevailing wage determination early
DOL issues the prevailing wage before PERM recruitment starts, and the process can take several months. Ask your sponsoring employer to initiate the OFLC Wage Search lookup for your specific job location and SOC code before your H-1B visa or OPT authorization nears expiration.
Distinguish your EB-2 eligibility with your degree
Most certified athletic trainer roles are filed under EB-3, but if your position requires a master's degree and your employer can document that requirement, you may qualify for EB-2, which carries a shorter priority date queue for most countries outside India and China.
Understand how PERM recruitment timelines affect your status
PERM labor certification requires 60 to 90 days of active DOL-supervised recruitment before filing. If you're on a temporary status, coordinate with your employer's immigration counsel so the PERM recruitment window doesn't overlap with a status gap.
Confirm O*NET job zone alignment before your employer files
USCIS and DOL evaluate whether the job duties match the O*NET profile for athletic trainers. If your role includes substantial strength-and-conditioning or personal training duties, your employer's attorney should document how licensed clinical athletic training remains the primary function.
Green Card Certified Athletic Trainer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a certified athletic trainer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most certified athletic trainer positions are filed under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the standard entry requirement is a bachelor's degree plus BOC certification. EB-2 is available if the specific position genuinely requires a master's degree and the employer documents that requirement in the PERM job description. Your degree level and the employer's stated minimum requirements determine which category applies.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for athletic trainers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, while H-1B is a temporary status renewable in increments. PERM has no annual numerical cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, so nationals from countries other than India and China typically avoid multi-year priority date backlogs. The tradeoff is a longer total process, often two to four years from PERM initiation to an approved green card.
What documents should I prepare before approaching employers about green card sponsorship?
Have your BOC certification, state athletic training license for the employer's state, official transcripts, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. ready before conversations begin. Employers initiating PERM need to confirm you met the job's minimum requirements before the filing date, so having these documents verified early prevents delays in the labor certification.
Where can I find certified athletic trainer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search certified athletic trainer roles filtered specifically by employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you're not spending time on applications where sponsorship is unlikely. University athletic departments, hospital-affiliated sports medicine programs, and professional sports organizations are the most consistent sponsors in this field.
Can my employer begin the PERM process while I'm on OPT or a J-1 visa?
Yes. PERM labor certification can begin regardless of your current nonimmigrant status, since it's an employer-driven DOL process that runs independently of your authorization to work. What matters is that you maintain valid work authorization throughout the recruitment and filing period. USCIS requires you to have lawful status and an approved immigrant visa number available before you can file for adjustment of status.