Associate Athletic Trainer

University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UVA Benefits

Job summary

The University of Virginia seeks an Athletic Trainer to support its Sports Medicine program on UVA Grounds in Charlottesville, VA. The position emphasizes patient care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation for student-athletes within a busy Division I context.

Associate-level duties include oversight and supervision, teaching responsibilities, and collaboration with diverse health care and performance teams. This in-person role offers UVA Benefits and requires eligibility for state licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2 years of certified athletic trainer experience in an NCAA environment.
• Eligibility for State Licensure as an Athletic Trainer (NATABOC).
• CPR/AED certifications and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily health care of student-athletes.
• Maintain medical records for treatment.
• Interface for referrals and information exchange.
• Supervise trainees and students in the Sports Medicine unit.
• Provide sports medicine coverage for designated sports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

Reading/writing communications

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Judgment & decision making

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's or Doctoral Degree (preferred)

Tools

CSCS

CES

PES

FMS

BFR

Cupping

Graston techniques

Job description

The University of Virginia is a highly competitive Division I program committed to academic and athletic excellence. The Department of Athletics at the University of Virginia is currently seeking an Athletic Trainer to support the Sports Medicine program.

Associate Athletic Trainers are typically assigned oversight of one primary sports program; however, they may serve in a supporting capacity for a secondary sports program. They are responsible for assisting the Senior Associate AD for Sports Medicine in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses of student-athletes. They may supervise other athletic trainers, graduate assistants, or student workers. They perform their work independently, under limited supervision.

Specific Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assist in the daily health care of student-athletes.
• Record and maintain appropriate medical records for treatment given.
• Interface with various internal and external personnel for referral purposes and information exchange.
• Provide guidance to part time athletic trainers, graduate students, and undergraduate students in the Sports Medicine unit.
• Assist in various teaching responsibilities and in clinical education, providing support in the administrative management of the Sports Medicine unit.
• Medical coverage of men’s basketball, and/or other sports as needed.
• Transport student-athletes to medical appointments.
• Other miscellaneous job-related duties as deemed necessary by the Senior Associate AD for Sports Medicine.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• 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, with members of the health care and performance team.
• Organizational and computer skills.
• Ability to relate to both men's and women's athletic injuries and rehabilitation of injuries to student-athletes required.

Anticipated hiring range: $95,000-$105,000, dependent upon qualifications.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Experience

2 years of certified athletic trainer experience in an NCAA institutional athletic environment

Licensure

Eligibility for State Licensure as an Athletic Trainer per the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification (NATABOC)

CPR/AED certifications.

Valid driver's license and personal transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Masters or Doctoral Degree.

Preferred Experience Includes

• 4+ years experience working in a Division I-A institution.
• NBA or G League experience.
• First Aid/CPR Instructor.
• Experience working in the supervision and education of student interns and graduate assistants.
• Experience providing Sports Medicine coverage for men’s basketball and/or acute injuries
• Experience with performance technologies / movement assessments / post-operative rehabilitation

Licensure

CSCS, CES, PES, FMS, BFR, cupping, and/or Graston certifications preferred.

About The Position

Anticipated hiring range: $95,000-$105,000, dependent upon qualifications. This position will not consider candidates who require immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Work is performed in the process of providing medical assistance and services to student-athletes which may include physical therapy and rehabilitation. Work is performed in a Sports Medicine facility possibly with the use of compressed gasses, cleaning products, weight bearing and strengthening equipment and apparatus. This position is located on the UVA Grounds in Charlottesville, VA. This is an exempt-level, benefited position; learn more about UVA Benefits. This is an in person position.

Application Timeline

This position will remain open until filled. Review of applications will begin after August 24, 2026.

About UVA And The Community

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The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.