Seasonal Certified Athletic Trainer (Staff Wage)

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 now accepting applications for the position of Seasonal Certified Athletic Trainer to support the Sports Medicine program.

This Seasonal Certified Athletic Trainer position is a 6-month, hourly wage position intended for those candidates who have completed their undergraduate or entry-level Master's degree in a Sports Medicine program and are seeking experience in a clinical setting.

The Seasonal Certified Athletic Trainer is responsible for assisting the Associate Athletics Director for Sports Medicine in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, referral and rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses to student athletes.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to: 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, including assisting in the coverage of sports camps; and other miscellaneous job related duties as deemed necessary by the Associate AD for Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer. Seasonal ATCs will work closely with staff athletic trainers for sport coverage, with increasing autonomy as they become familiar with UVA Sports Medicine's policies and procedures.

We are looking to fill 1 positions for the 2026 Spring Semester.

All positions are from Jan 12, 2026 - May 31, 2026.

Anticipated Compensation: $22.00/hour.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and be sure to attach a current CV/resume and cover letter. Search on requisition number R0078219.

Application deadline is December 7, 2025 at 11:59pm EST.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr HR Specialist at jak8w@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education and certification Verification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's degree required.

Experience: None.

Licensures: 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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