Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Sports

Job ID: 289266

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Job Summary

Supervises the comprehensive medical care of assigned students and/or student athletes. Provides medical coverage for department or athletic events. Supervises Athletic Trainer Interns and student athletic trainers in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.

Responsibilities

1. Provides comprehensive prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and daily healthcare for assigned students and/or student-athletes
2. Maintains accurate and HIPAA-compliant medical records for all assigned individuals
3. Completes administrative duties as assigned by departmental leadership
4. Develops and enforces institutional policies related to the medical care of students and student-athletes
5. Maintains consistent and effective communication with medical personnel and athletic department staff
6. Serves as a subject matter expert on relevant aspects of Athletic Training services
7. Educates students and athletes on injury management, concussion protocols, at-home care, and rehabilitation procedures
8. Designs and implements individualized rehabilitation and injury prevention plans based on each student's needs and goals
9. Refers students and athletes to appropriate healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care when necessary
10. Reviews and updates relevant policies, procedures, treatment protocols, and standing medical orders
11. Collaborates with appropriate personnel to develop and maintain Emergency Action Plans for all athletic facilities
12. Manages inventory and ensures proper maintenance of medical supplies, equipment, AEDs, medical kits, supplements, and Athletic Training Room (ATR) cleanliness and organization

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

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

Other Required Qualifications

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

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.); Able to effectively integrate 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 HIPAA 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; 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 at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

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.

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. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf