Head Football Athletic Trainer / Sports Medicine

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

Head Football Athletic Trainer / Sports Medicine will serve as the primary trainer for the football program in the Sports Medicine area of Virginia Tech Athletics. Reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer. Responsible for administering and evaluating all facets of the football sports medicine program including the hiring and supervision of football athletic trainers and associated sports medicine staff. Will participate in research projects as necessary.

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) at the master's level with significant experience.
National Athletic Trainers Association certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Supervisory experience.
Significant experience working in a NCAA Football Power 4 sports medicine program.
Well-established experience as an athletic trainer in sports medicine.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NCAA and conference regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Job Description

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.

Head Football Athletic Trainer / Sports Medicine will serve as the primary trainer for the football program in the Sports Medicine area of Virginia Tech Athletics. Reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer. Responsible for administering and evaluating all facets of the football sports medicine program including the hiring and supervision of football athletic trainers and associated sports medicine staff. Will participate in research projects as necessary.

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) at the master's level with significant experience.
National Athletic Trainers Association certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Supervisory experience.
Significant experience working in a NCAA Football Power 4 sports medicine program.
Well-established experience as an athletic trainer in sports medicine.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of NCAA and conference regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional higher education in related area.
Instructor certification in CPR/First Aid.
Experience with intercollegiate drug testing; intercollegiate sports pharmacy; operation of Diagnostic Radiographic Systems (x-ray and flouroscopy); Knowledge of electronic medical records system, i.e. Sportsware or similar software.
Experience creating and giving educational presentations.
Experience with various hands-on treatment techniques (i.e. myofascial release, active release techniques, fascial distortion model, dry needling, blood flow restriction, Graston, etc.)
Experience with Evidence Based Medical Research.

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience.

Hours per week

40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

Review Date

2/13/2026

Additional Information

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The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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