Seasonal Athletic Trainer (Staff Wage)

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Virginia, a Division I program, is seeking a Seasonal Certified Athletic Trainer to support its Sports Medicine program. This 10-month, hourly wage position is designed for individuals who have completed their undergraduate or entry-level Master's degree in a Sports Medicine program and are looking for clinical experience. The role involves assisting the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses for student-athletes. Responsibilities include daily healthcare, maintaining medical records, coordinating referrals, transporting athletes to appointments, and providing administrative support for athletic events and try-outs. Seasonal Athletic Trainers will work closely with staff athletic trainers, gaining autonomy as they become familiar with UVA Sports Medicine's policies and procedures. One position is available for the 2026-2027 academic year, focusing on Football/Cheerleading, from July 20, 2026, to April 30, 2027, with potential for renewal.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree by July 2026.
None Required experience.
Certified Athletic Trainer by the Board of Certification.
First Aid/CPR certifications.
Candidates must be eligible for VA athletic training licensure.
Valid driver's license with positive point balance and personal transportation required.
Knowledge of NCAA, ACC and institutional rules and regulations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituents in a diverse community.
Demonstrates genuine concern and interest for the welfare of student-athletes.
Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
Ability to evaluate therapeutic requirements for student-athletes, and to fit and modify therapeutic and/or protective equipment.
Ability to function professionally in highly stressful situations and to provide clear information on an impromptu basis to individuals or groups of people.
Ability to maintain poise in emergency situations and effectively interact with people in a calm, positive manner.
Ability and desire to perform accurate, detail-oriented work, manage multiple tasks simultaneously and maintain confidentiality and a professional demeanor.
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and sound judgments.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Organizational and computer skills.
Ability to relate to both men's and women's athletic injuries and rehabilitation of injuries to student athletes required.
Some knowledge of computers and software: Microsoft Office is required.

Nice To Haves

CES, PES, FMS, cupping, and/or Graston certifications.

Responsibilities

Assisting the Senior Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral, and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses to student athletes.
Assisting in the daily health care of student-athletes.
Recording and maintaining appropriate medical records for treatment given.
Interfacing with various internal and external personnel for referral purposes and information exchange.
Transporting student athletes to physician appointments.
Providing support in the administrative management of the Sports Medicine unit.
Assisting with hosting athletic events or try-outs.
Performing other miscellaneous job-related duties as deemed necessary by the Senior Associate AD for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer.
Working closely with staff athletic trainers for sport coverage.
Gaining increasing autonomy as they become familiar with UVA Sports Medicine’s policies and procedures.