STEPS PRN Athletic Trainer – Kentucky State University

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STEPS PRN Athletic Trainer – Kentucky State University

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STEPS PRN Athletic Trainer – Kentucky State University

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Requisition Number

TE08504

Department Name

MG380: Orthopaedic Surgery

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Salary Range

$30.00/hour

Type of Position

Temporary

Position Time Status

On Call

Required Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training.

Required Related Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Physical Requirements

Repetitive motion. Job-related travel. Standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs. Lifting, pushing, and pulling objects.

Shift

30 hours per week. Mostly weekdays; evenings and weekends as required

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and motivated

PRN

Athletic Trainer to join our team on a part-time basis to provide athletic training services to Kentucky State University. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care to student-athletes, including injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. You will work closely with coaches, athletic directors, and healthcare professionals to ensure the health and safety of athletes across all sports.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide on-site athletic training services during practices, games, and other athletic events as needed.

Evaluate and manage athletic injuries, including acute and chronic conditions, and develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans.

Implement injury prevention programs and educate athletes on proper techniques to minimize the risk of injury.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all injuries, treatments, and rehabilitation activities.

Collaborate with team physicians, coaches, and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care and effective communication regarding athlete health.

Assist with the coordination of referrals to physicians or other healthcare specialists when necessary.

Support the development and implementation of emergency action plans for all athletic venues.

Stay current with best practices and advancements in athletic training and sports medicine.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Athletic Training.

Board of Certification (

BOC

) certified Athletic Trainer.

Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Athletic Trainer in the state of Kentucky.

CPR

/

AED

certification is required.

Previous experience working with collegiate athletes is preferred.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and adapt to varying schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply

10/02/2024

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume Optional Documents 1. Cover Letter

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