Associate Athletic Trainer

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Posting Number

S12116P

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S12116P

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Working Title

Associate Athletic Trainer

Department

Athletics-Training

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

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employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the

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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Ability to work nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and some holidays. Ability to travel.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience

Posting Date

05/20/2024

Open until filled

No

Closing Date

06/07/2024

Proposed Starting Date

07/01/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

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The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our

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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

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community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the

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Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in

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Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect... .

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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/sect... .

Position Information

| Classification Title | Athletics Professional | | FLSA | Exempt | | FTE | 1.00 | | Minimum Qualifications |

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

| | Preferred Qualifications |
Master’s degree preferred. NATA certification and be eligible for Georgia athletic training licensure. Minimum of two years of related experience in intercollegiate sports medicine program. Knowledge of NCAA and SEC regulations desired. | | Position Summary |
Coordinate athletic training services for student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletic programs – primarily men’s and women’s swimming and diving – with the University of Georgia Athletic Association (UGAAA), under the medical direction of the head team physician and in conjunction with a variety of approved healthcare providers as well as UGAAA staff (including but not limited to athletic training, physical therapy, athletic coaching, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition, behavioral medicine, academics, and administration). | | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Applied Knowledge: five practice domains of athletic training as well as a wide range of medical concerns. - Interpersonal Skills: effective communication in both day-to-day tasks as well as high stress circumstances with student-athletes, parents / guardians, coaches, as well as colleagues. - Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision-Making Skills: appropriate conclusions / outcomes, particularly as it pertains to healthcare of the student-athlete. - Attention to Detail: thorough and organized, particularly with preparation and documentation. - Time Management Skills: prioritize and perform multiple tasks with little or no supervision. | | Physical Demands |
- Sit; stand; walk. - Lift approximately 25lbs. - Close and distance vision as well as peripheral vision. - The noise level is usually moderate but escalates to high during practice and competitions. | | Is driving a responsibility of this position? | No | | Is this a Position of Trust? | Yes | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | Yes | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | Yes | | Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. | | Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Therapeutic Intervention:

• Under the medical direction of team physician.
• In conjunction with other healthcare providers.
• Follow appropriate rehabilitation protocols.
• Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise.
• Provide accommodations in sport-related to injury/illness.
• Assess readiness for safe return to play.
• Guide sport-specific functional progression. | | Percentage of time | 30 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Healthcare Administration and Professional Responsibility:

• Prepare injury reports.
• Document in electronic medical record.
• Collect pertinent medical paperwork.
• Collect injury incident data for research purposes.
• Coordinate student-athlete medical appointments.
• Maintain primary and satellite athletic training rooms.
• Maintain certifications and licensures on national and state level as appropriate.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities, both individually and with the sports medicine staff.
• Perform upper-level administrative duties for the sports medicine department.
• Chair intern hiring committee.
• Coordinate Nike / UGA apparel for internal and external personnel.
• Create / present professional programming as assigned.
• Follow NCAA, SEC, UGA policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Perform job duties per NATA code of ethics and state of Georgia scope of practice. | | Percentage of time | 25 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Injury / Illness Prevention and Wellness Promotion:

• Assess risk of injury/illness.
• Perform functional movement assessments.
• Provide appropriate interventions based on findings.
• Develop overall wellness programs.
• Customize needs of individuals. | | Percentage of time | 15 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Examination, Assessment, and Diagnosis:

• Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Perform ergonomic measures and special tests.
• Assess injury/illness to determine the appropriate course of action. | | Percentage of time | 15 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Immediate and Emergency Care:

• On-site management of injury/illness.
• Orthopedic or medical in nature.
• Preparedness and implementation regardless of severity.
• Referrals to advanced healthcare providers as appropriate. | | Percentage of time | 15 |

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

| Contact Details |
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. | | Recruitment Contact Name | Anna Randa | | Recruitment Contact Email | aranda@sports.uga.edu | | Recruitment Contact Phone | |

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