Kyle Eckert
Fort Carson
Summary
With over 21 years of experience in the healthcare field, including 17+ years as a Certified Athletic Trainer, I bring extensive expertise in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sports conditioning. I have successfully enhanced athlete performance and recovery through my expert knowledge. Over the past 15 years, I have supervised and mentored two rotating combat medics, introducing them to sports medicine and providing education and guidance as they transition into this specialized field. As a member of multiple National Governing Bodies in Medical Support for Athletes Pursuing Olympic Goals, including Bobsleigh, Boxing, Modern Pentathlon, Para-Swimming, Rugby, Shooting, Skeleton, Taekwondo, Track and Field, and Wrestling, I actively support athletes in their pursuit of excellence. I have developed and managed strength and conditioning plans for US Army Track and Field athletes, ensuring peak physical performance through tailored programming. My expertise has been recognized through my selection as an Athletic Trainer for the USA Wrestling Greco-Roman Team at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and for the US Military World Games Wrestling and Track and Field Teams in 2015 & 2019. To further contribute to the field, I developed a comprehensive 20-hour introduction to sports medicine program for combat medics, ensuring their understanding of essential injury prevention, recognition, and treatment strategies. Prior to my career as an Athletic Trainer, I served in the US Army as a Combat Medic/Healthcare Specialist from 2010-2014, including a Combat Tour in Afghanistan in 2012. Additionally, I gained valuable emergency medical skills as an EMT-Basic in Rochester, NY. As a Clinical Preceptor, I have also mentored and guided graduate-level athletic training students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Athletic Trainer
U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program
01.2013 - Current
- I have provided medical coverage for over 13 different Olympic and Paralympic sports, including the World Military Summer and Winter Games, ensuring the health and safety of athletes at the highest levels of competition
- As the Athletic Trainer of the World Class Athlete Program (WCAP), I design and implement full rehabilitation programs for athletes, managing their injuries from initial evaluation and treatment to rehabilitation and prevention programs
- My role also involves the coordination of all medical needs for WCAP athletes, ensuring effective communication and timely referrals when necessary
- Over the past 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of supervising and mentoring two rotating combat medics, helping to introduce them to the world of sports medicine and provide education and guidance as they transition into this specialized field
- I’ve developed and managed strength and conditioning plans for US Army Track and Field athletes, ensuring peak physical performance through tailored programming
- I am responsible for purchasing and maintaining medical supplies for two military organizations, overseeing an inventory valued at over $300,000.00 in military and medical equipment and supplies
Combat Medic
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Responsible for the health and well being of a platoon of Infantry Solider, 50 in total
- Delivered preventive care, including vaccinations, routine medical screenings, and health education to maintain overall unit readiness
- Provided immediate medical care to soldiers and civilians in combat zones, including trauma management, wound care, and life-saving interventions under fire
- Evacuates casualties to higher-level care facilities while ensuring they receive treatment during transport
- Trained and educated American and Afghan soldiers in basic first aid and life-saving techniques to enhance unit readiness and self-sufficiency in combat scenarios
Clinical Supervisor as a Combat Medic
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Provided immediate medical care to soldiers in training, combat simulated environment, and operational environments, ensuring timely and effective treatment of injuries and illnesses
- Delivered preventive care, including vaccinations, routine medical screenings, and health education to maintain overall unit readiness
- Collaborated with leadership to assess and improve the platoon’s medical preparedness, ensuring seamless integration of medical support into unit operations
- Worked as part of a Healthcare Team directly under a Physician Assistant to assess patient needs, plan and modify care, and implement interventions
- Supervised a battalion clinic with a team of 4 medics under the guidance of a Physician Assistant, providing comprehensive medical care to up to 1,000 soldiers, ensuring their health and readiness for deployment and daily operations
Athletic Trainer
North Marion High School
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Provided medical coverage for 10 different men’s and women’s high school sports teams in rural West Virginia, ensuring athlete safety and well-being
- Planned and implemented comprehensive injury prevention and illness management programs to reduce risks and improve overall team health
- Supervised and mentored undergraduate Athletic Training students and prospective high school students, providing hands-on education in sports medicine practices
- Managed and maintained an athletic training room equipped with $10,000 worth of medical and training equipment, ensuring proper care and functionality for athletes
- Contributed as a key member of the team for two-time West Virginia State Championship-winning women’s high school basketball teams, providing vital support in athlete care and injury prevention
Education
M.S. - Athletic Training
West Virginia University Graduate School
01.2010
FMS & FSMA Level 1 -
Functional Movement Systems
01.2024
Blood Flow Restriction Certification -
Owen Recovery Science
01.2022
Mulligan Concept Upper & Lower Quadrant -
Mulligan Concept
01.2021
Dry Needling Level 1 & 2 -
The Spinal Manipulation Institute
01.2019
License Massage Therapist - (850 hours)
Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy
01.2018
New Member Class - Mountain Rescue Certification
El Paso Search and Rescue
02.2015
Health Care Specialist - NREMT-B
Ft. Sam Houghton
12.2010
B.S. - Physical Education, Concentration Athletic Training & Exercise Physiology
SUNY Brockport
01.2008
EMT-Basic -
Monroe Community College
01.2006
Skills
- Therapeutic Manual Techniques
- Targeted Workout Prescriptions
- Acute Care Management
- Resistance Training
- Functional Movement Assessment
- Orthopedic Assessment
- Evidence-Based Therapeutic Modalities
- Injury Risk Mitigation
- Effective Record-Keeping Abilities
- Collaborative Decision-Making
- Collaborative Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Selected to Paris Olympic Game, USA Greco-Roman Wrestling Team 2024
- Army IMCOM Employee of the Quarter 2022
- Civilian Service Achievement Medal 2020
- The Meritorious Service Medal 2014
- The Combat Medic Badge 2012
- The Army Commendation Medal 2012
- The Good Conduct Medal 2013
Personal Information
Title: Head Athletic Trainer
Objective
Doctor of Education EdD, University of St. Augustine
Certification
- Professional Membership-Athletic Trainers' Association relevant to your state(e.g., California Athletic Trainers’ Association).
- Master's Degree in Athletic Training – Accredited University Programs.
- Professional Rescuer CPR/AED- American Red Cross.
- Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer.
- Functional Movement Screen Certified (FMS) - Functional Movement Systems.
- [Area of certification]
Timeline
Head Athletic Trainer
U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program
01.2013 - Current
Combat Medic
01.2011 - 12.2012
Clinical Supervisor as a Combat Medic
01.2010 - 12.2011
Athletic Trainer
North Marion High School
01.2008 - 12.2010
FMS & FSMA Level 1 -
Functional Movement Systems
Blood Flow Restriction Certification -
Owen Recovery Science
Mulligan Concept Upper & Lower Quadrant -
Mulligan Concept
Dry Needling Level 1 & 2 -
The Spinal Manipulation Institute
License Massage Therapist - (850 hours)
Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy
New Member Class - Mountain Rescue Certification
El Paso Search and Rescue
Health Care Specialist - NREMT-B
Ft. Sam Houghton
B.S. - Physical Education, Concentration Athletic Training & Exercise Physiology
SUNY Brockport
EMT-Basic -
Monroe Community College
M.S. - Athletic Training
West Virginia University Graduate School
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