Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) - Part Time

Functional Title :

Athletic Trainer Certified (ATC) - Part Time

Position Type : Temporary Staff

Position Eclass :

ST - SHRA Temp Hourly

University Information :

Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal — helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit :

The Department of Recreation and Wellness (RecWell) is housed in the Division of Student Affairs. RecWell fosters comprehensive wellness by engaging students and the UNCG community in experiential and educational opportunities. We promote lifelong success through meaningful and inclusive programs and resources. RecWell offers comprehensive recreation and wellness programming including; fitness, aquatics, informal recreation, outdoor adventures, competitive sports, Esports, and wellness education. The department strives to provide opportunities that enhance student success.

Position Summary :

The Athletic Trainer is the primary responder responsible for providing care for routine and emergent injuries sustained during Club Sports events. Playing a vital role in the department’s emergency action plan, AT’s work with the Competitive Sports Staff to ensure club participants, spectators and visitors are afforded a reasonably safe participation environment.

Task & Supervision AT’s report directly to the Assistant Director of Competitive Sports and may receive additional direction from all members of the Competitive Sports Leadership Team (Competitive Sports Coordinator and Graduate Assistant / Intern) and the supervising physician. These staff members respond to emergencies providing efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured abiding by the department’s emergency action plan. In addition, AT’s are responsible for treating minor injuries.In addition to providing immediate care, AT’s are responsible for determining a participant’s fitness for returning to play including evaluating the potential for sustained concussions. AT’s should monitor environmental factors that may impact participant and spectator safety. In the event of the need to deny participation or modify a play schedule, these staff must exhibit strong leadership and communication to ensure potential risks are mitigated.AT’s daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the follow : Event Coverage (85%)

• Provide onsite care and management of injuries including prevention, evaluation, and treatment
• Provide emergency medical care for conditions including, but not limited to : cardiac arrest, commotio cordis, cervical spine injury, traumatic brain injury, heat stroke and exertional sickling
• Monitor and assess environmental factors that may impact safety of participants
• Communicate with players, coaches, and staff regarding the injury status of participants
• Provide rehabilitation, treatment, and referral recommendations as necessary

Communication & Record Keeping (15%)

Position will begin early August 2025. Hours vary based on sport club competitions.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Tenure Status : N / A

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Position will begin early August 2025. Hours vary based on sport club competitions.

Recruitment Range : $23.94 / hour

Org #-Department :

Recreation and Wellness - 44801

Job Open Date : 06 / 05 / 2025

For Best Consideration Date :

07 / 01 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

FTE : 1.000

Type of Appointment :

Temporary

Number of Months per Year :

11

Physical Effort :

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - O, Hand Movement-Grasping - O, Holding - O, Finger Dexterity - R, Reading - F, Writing - O, Eye-hand coordination - F, Vision-Visual inspection - F, Hearing - C, Talking - C, Standing - F, Sitting - F, Walking - F, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - O, Lifting-30-60 lbs. - O, Pushing / Pulling - O, Climbing-Stairs - O, Bending - F, Squatting - F, Crawling - R, Reaching - O

Work Environment :

Night / Dark - O, Inside - O, Outside - F