Ep 102. To The Bone: ATC Finder with Kyle Peckham

Shaming bad job posts is easy. Changing a broken hiring market takes strategy. Kyle Peckham returns to discuss why salary transparency, benefits, location, and negotiation matter more than a single number on a job posting—and how athletic trainers can use that information to find better roles, better pay, and a healthier work-life balance.

Kyle and Shelby explore the real economics behind athletic training jobs, including why job descriptions don’t always tell the full story and how cost of living, taxes, benefits, relocation, and career opportunities affect a position’s value. They also discuss how employers can attract and retain athletic trainers, especially in hard-to-fill areas.In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to give constructive feedback on athletic training job postingsWhat to consider beyond salary when comparing compensation packagesWhy it helps to define your non-negotiables before negotiatingHow to advocate for better pay using experience, credentials, and market informationWhat employers can do to make athletic training roles more appealingHow Athletic Trainer Finder is connecting athletic trainers with potential employers

If you’re an athletic trainer exploring your next career move, an employer looking to hire, or someone interested in compensation and retention in the athletic training profession, this conversation offers practical perspective on finding a better fit.