Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Part Time

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.

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.

The Emergency Medical Technician/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, EMT/AT's work with the Competitive Sports Staff to ensure club participants, spectators and visitors are afforded a reasonably safe participation environment.

Task & Supervision

EMT/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). 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, EMT/AT's are responsible for treating minor injuries.

In addition to providing immediate care, EMT/AT's are responsible for determining a participant's fitness for returning to play including evaluating the potential for sustained concussions. EMT/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.

EMT/AT's daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the follow:

Event Coverage (90%)

Communication & Record Keeping (10%)