Assistant Athletic Trainer, Sport Programs - STA
EXPIRED
Posted Date: Jun 30, 2024
Expired Date: Jul 01, 2024
About Us
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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
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
Apply NowOur Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Job Summary
Assists with the prevention, acute care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries for club athletes. Provides medical coverage for athletic events and clinical hours in the Athletic Training Room.
Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for the overall prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and daily health care for assigned student-athletes.
2. Educates athletes on injuries, concussions, at-home care, and the purpose of specified rehab protocol.
3. Responsible for maintaining up-to-date HIPAA-compliant medical records.
4. Responsible for administrative tasks assigned by the department leadership.
5. Establishes and executes institutional policies pertaining to the care of the student-athletes.
6. Maintains frequent and effective communication with medical and department staff.
7. Assists in executing the annual acute care injury prevention educational program.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or related field.
Other Required Qualifications
NATABOC Certification
Possess or eligibility to obtain and maintain a State of Georgia Athletic Training Licensure.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
Required Experience
On-the-job training provided.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Experience in collegiate sports, athletic training, or rehabilitation.
Two (2) years relevant experience in athletic training in a post-secondary level program or professional training in a related sports program
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to uphold strict confidentiality standards (HIPAA, FERPA, etc.) regarding employees, community members, patients, families, and visitors an ensures full compliance with all HIPAA regulations and standards.
Demonstrates dedication to teamwork, customer service, ethical leadership, and nurturing the growth of student staff members.
Capable of handling stressful situations and managing tasks despite interruptions.
Demonstrates adaptability to policies, procedures, work assignments, and organizational culture changes.
Demonstrates a firm commitment to teamwork, ethical leadership, and ongoing education that aligns with the department's mission, vision, and values.
KNOWLEDGE
Proficiency in maintaining the necessary competence for the job role and associated areas of responsibility. This includes but is not limited to grasping industry norms and best practices, adopting a cautious approach to Return to Play (RTP), staying updated on new techniques and skills, incorporating the latest industry research and data findings, and seamlessly integrating university and departmental policies into care protocols. Exhibit behaviors consistent with principles for service excellence, ethical practices, and best patient care.
Proficient in tracking treatments and maintaining comprehensive notes.
SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, 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 and specialty programs i.e.: Sports Ware, HITT Check, Fusion)
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 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.
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