Kennesaw State University is hiring: Athletic Trainer, Collegiate Sports in Kenn

Overview

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Location: Kennesaw, GA; includes Marietta campus options.

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

• Provides comprehensive prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and daily healthcare for assigned students and/or student-athletes
• Maintains accurate and HIPAA-compliant medical records for all assigned individuals
• Completes administrative duties as assigned by departmental leadership
• Develops and enforces institutional policies related to the medical care of students and student-athletes
• Maintains consistent and effective communication with medical personnel and athletic department staff
• Serves as a subject matter expert on relevant aspects of Athletic Training services
• Educates students and athletes on injury management, concussion protocols, at-home care, and rehabilitation procedures
• Designs and implements individualized rehabilitation and injury prevention plans based on each student\'s needs and goals
• Refers students and athletes to appropriate healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care when necessary
• Reviews and updates relevant policies, procedures, treatment protocols, and standing medical orders
• Collaborates with appropriate personnel to develop and maintain Emergency Action Plans for all athletic facilities
• 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

Abilities, Knowledge, & Skills

• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Able to handle multiple tasks or projects, maintain confidentiality (HIPAA, FERPA), integrate university and department policy into care practices, maintain a strong working relationship with supervising physicians, develop professional contacts and resources, demonstrate and maintain competency, and adhere to HIPAA standards
• Knowledge: Familiarity with NCAA rules and compliance standards; software related to healthcare management; standards and best practices in sports medicine; RTP interpretation and current industry research
• Skills: Interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, technology, organization, communication, time management, project management and presentation; proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong treatment tracking and notes; strong attention to detail and follow up; strong customer service

USG Core Values & 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. See policy details in the USG policy manual regarding conduct and equal opportunity.

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 requirements: Final candidates will undergo a criminal background investigation and may be asked to disclose history during screening and prior to a conditional offer. Certain disqualifying records will disqualify an applicant.