Athletic Trainer

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan with matching contribution

Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

Job summary

Mission Health in Asheville, North Carolina is seeking a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) to serve as the principal provider of athletic medicine for the men's basketball team. Responsibilities include evaluating, treating, and rehabilitating athletic injuries, making return-to-play decisions, and coordinating care with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, strong communication skills, and relevant certification. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical coverage, paid time off, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Direct athletic training experience in a collegiate or secondary school setting.
• North Carolina Athletic Training License (LAT) or eligibility for certification.
• Current CPR/AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal provider of athletic medicine for the men's basketball team.
• Evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletic injuries and illnesses.
• Make return-to-play decisions and coordinate care.

Skills

Direct athletic training experience

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Athletic Trainer – University of North Carolina Asheville

Job Summary

The Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) serves as the principal provider of athletic medicine for the men's basketball team. Duties include evaluation, treatment, prevention, rehabilitation, and therapeutic intervention of acute and chronic athletic injuries and illnesses, making return-to-play decisions, and coordinating care with physicians, coaches, parents, and hospital administration.

Qualifications

• Direct athletic training experience in a collegiate or secondary school setting.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Preferred clinical affiliations in NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, or professional athletics; experience with injury‑tracking systems and neurocognitive testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training or related field (required). Master’s degree preferred.
• North Carolina Athletic Training License (LAT) or eligibility for National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification. Current CPR/AED certification required.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment. Minimum age 21.
• Preferred: American Heart Association CPR Instructor designation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Wellness support, including counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with 100% match on 3%–9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness resources.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits: fertility and family building support, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

Mission Hospital is a member of Mission Health, located in Asheville, North Carolina, and is the regional tertiary and quaternary care center. The hospital is a Magnet designated facility for nursing excellence.

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.