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How much do athletic counseling jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for athletic counseling in Utah is $45,418.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,400.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is athletic counseling?

An Athletic Counseling job involves providing mental health support, performance counseling, and emotional guidance to athletes. Professionals in this role help athletes manage stress, develop coping strategies, improve motivation, and enhance overall well-being. They may work with individuals or teams to address issues such as performance anxiety, injury recovery, and personal challenges. Athletic counselors often collaborate with coaches, trainers, and medical professionals to support an athlete's holistic development.

What does an athletic counselor do?

As an Athletic Counselor, your daily responsibilities often include conducting one-on-one or group counseling sessions with athletes to address mental health, performance anxiety, or stress management issues. You may collaborate closely with coaches, trainers, and medical staff to develop tailored action plans that support athletes' psychological resilience and overall well-being. Documentation of sessions, progress tracking, and ongoing assessment of athletes' mental health are also integral parts of the role. By providing both preventative and responsive support, you play a key role in helping athletes perform at their best and maintain a healthy balance between sports and personal life.

What skills and qualifications are needed for athletic counseling?

To excel in Athletic Counseling, you need a deep understanding of sports psychology, counseling techniques, and typically a relevant master's degree or licensure in counseling or psychology. Familiarity with assessment tools for mental health and performance, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) methods and athlete-specific screening instruments, is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and cultural sensitivity help establish trust and rapport with athletes from diverse backgrounds. These competencies are crucial for effectively supporting athletes' mental well-being and optimizing their performance under pressure.

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Infographic showing various Athletic Counseling job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,418 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Athletic Trainer

Peak Orthopaedics

Draper, UT โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Athletic Trainer you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Peak Orthopaedics which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: 

Under the direction of a physician, practices prevention, emergency care, first aid, treatment or physical rehabilitation of injuries incurred by patients in the manner, means and methods deemed necessary to affect care and/or rehabilitation. 

SUPERVISOR: Practice Manager 

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: 

๏‚ท Responsible for following patient care from check in to check out. 

๏‚ท Liaison between patient, physician or physician office staff. 

๏‚ท Responsible for taking patient history, initial evaluation and documentation. 

๏‚ท Design and educate patients on home exercise protocols per the physicianโ€™s request. 

๏‚ท Responsible for patient setup and education of in office procedures. 

๏‚ท Prepares for and assists physician with in office procedures 

๏‚ท Responsible for brace and crutch fitting and product education. 

๏‚ท Triage patient messages, phone calls and questions appropriately, whether it is resolving issue within the scope of practice or utilizing physician, nurse triage and other ancillary staff as needed. 

๏‚ท Responsible for maintaining clinic flow between all areas of the clinic. 

๏‚ท Maintain medical records on all injuries and rehabilitation procedures. 

๏‚ท Provides athletic training coverage at assigned interscholastic athletic event as assigned. 

๏‚ท Completes special projects as assigned. 

๏‚ท Counsel patient regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and outcomes. 

๏‚ท Perform other duties as required. 

๏‚ท Must read and understand and adhere to all Physician Services policies and procedures. 

๏‚ท Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values statements. 

EDUCATION: 

๏‚ท Bachelors or masterโ€™s degree from an accredited athletic training program 

EXPERIENCE: 

๏‚ท One or more years of experience preferred. 

Last Update: December 2019 CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: 

๏‚ท Must be licensed as an athletic trainer in accordance with state regulations if required. 

๏‚ท Must be BOC certified and possess state athletic training licensure, certification or registration. 

Benefits

Peak Orthopaedics, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. โ€ฏIn recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Athletic Trainer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.