Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Sports

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About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities,mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of theUniversity System of Georgia.Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating.In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

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About Us

Are you ready to join a community leading in innovative teaching and learning? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With our growing enrollment and global reach, we are enjoying increased prominence among Georgia's colleges. We offer more than 150 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to over 43,000 students. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and from 92 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities,mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. We are part of theUniversity System of Georgia.Kennesaw State will exemplify the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, true to ourselves, elevational, open and impact-generating.In addition, we support the University System of Georgia core values of accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University. Come to KSU and find your passion.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

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Job Summary

Supervises the overall medical care for student-athletes. Provides medical coverage for athletic events. Oversees Athletic Trainer Interns and student athletic trainers in the prevention, care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for the overall prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and daily health care for assigned student-athletes
2. Responsible for maintaining up to date HIPAA compliant medical records
3. Responsible for administrative tasks assigned by the department leadership
4. Establishes and executes institutional policies pertaining to the care of the student-athletes
5. Maintains frequent and effective communication with medical and athletic department staff
6. Serves as subject matter expert for applicable and appropriate aspects of the Athletic Training service
7. Educates athletes on injuries, concussions, at-home care, and purpose of specified rehab protocol
8. Works individually with athletes to tailor rehabilitation and prevention measures per individual needs and goals
9. Makes referrals to appropriate medical professionals to ensure optimal level of care when necessary
10. Maintains current policies, practices, protocols, and standing orders
11. Works collaboratively with appropriate personnel to establish and maintain Emergency Action Plans for the facilities
12. Maintains an inventory of supplies, including but not limited to medical and AT supplies, modalities, AEDs, medical kits, supplements, ATR cleanliness and organization

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Athletic Training or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Other Required Qualifications
State of Georgia Athletic Training Licensure
NATABOC Certification
First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license

Required Experience
On-the-job training provided

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Preferred Experience
Experience in collegiate sports athletic training or rehabilitation
Previous relevant experience in athletic training in a post-secondary level program or professional training in a related sports program

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
Able to maintain confidentiality (HIPAA, FERPA, etc.) in matters relating to employees, community members, patients, family, and visitors
Able to effectively integrating university and department policy into care practices
Able to maintain a strong working relationship with the supervising physician and/or practice
Able to develop and maintain professional contacts and resources that support work productivity
Able and willing to demonstrate and maintain competency as required for job title and the area(s) of responsibility
Able to adhere to and ensure compliance with all HIPPA standards and regulations

KNOWLEDGE
Familiarity with NCAA rules and compliance standards
Knowledge and experience with software related to healthcare management
Knowledge of standards and best practices in sports medicine
Knowledge of conservative RTP interpretation, emerging techniques and skills, current industry research, data results, and application
Understands industry standards and accepted practices
Experience with empowering and motivating students

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, technology, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
Analytical thinking and creative skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong treatment tracking and notes
Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect....

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Standard Enhanced
• Education
• DMV
• 9 Panel Lab Drug Test

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening
results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

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