The University of Georgia
Posting Number
G/R30060P
Working Title
Student Football Athletic Trainer
Department
Athletics-Training
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA 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. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Employment Type
Employee
Anticipated Start Date
07/07/2025
Posting Date
06/30/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement 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 online 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Duties/Responsibilities: Recognition, Evaluation and Management of Athletic Injuries
Serve as athletic trainer for team(s) specified by director of sports medicine (includes practice and competition coverage as well as travel responsibilities)
Coordinate and supervise medical care for athletes as assigned by director of sports medicine
Initial assessment and treatment of athletic injuries
Physician referral as appropriate (regular communication with primary care team physician; communication with specialty team physicians as appropriate)
Casting and splinting
Wound care, including removal of sutures and staples on MD order
Diagnostic testing appointments
Physician appointments
Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise
Percentage of time
30%
Duties/Responsibilities: Organization and Administration
Maintain confidential medical records in Presagia system
Collect and apply Fusionetics data
Coordinate concussion testing protocol
Collaborate for athletic event medical coverage
Percentage of time
30%
Duties/Responsibilities: Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries
Development and implementation of structured rehabilitation programs under MD supervision (coordinate physician re-checks; participate in rehabilitation progress updates weekly; maintain appropriate communication with supervising physicians)
Development of rehabilitation protocols (coordinate rehabilitation director of rehabilitation)
Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise
Coordination of physician re-checks
Isokinetic testing
Aquatic rehabilitation
Percentage of time
20%
Duties/Responsibilities: Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Pre-participation physical examinations (assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating pre-participation physical examinations for student-athletes; participate in post-physical physician meetings; coordinate and schedule required follow-up testing from physicals)
Preventative maintenance rehabilitation programs
Fitness assessments; physical conditioning of athletes
Fitting of protective equipment
Fabrication of tape, braces, and special pads
Casting/molding for custom foot orthotics
Flexibility programs
Strength and conditioning programs
Percentage of time
10%
Duties/Responsibilities: Emergency Care and First Aid
Provision of emergency care and first aid
Emergency plan development
Emergency care coordination with ATC, EMS and MD
Emergency equipment management
Emergency medicine in-servicing
Percentage of time
10%
Classification Title
Student Assistant
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
0.475
Position Summary
Daily organization of the athletic training room, including physical as well as administrative work
Assist with medical documentation, including electronic medical records
Attend physician/radiology/specialty appointments as needed
Assist with treatment and rehabilitation of student-athletes, under the supervision of an ATC
Provide oversight of team and individual S&C sessions and sport practices, under the supervision of an ATC
Other duties as assigned
May occasionally work hours outside of traditional Monday-Friday, 9a-5p
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Athletic Training Student in a CAATE approved program
Physical Demands
Driving.
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
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
Is driving a requirement of this position?
Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access?
No
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.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
N/A
Recruitment Contact Email
N/A
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G/R30060P
Working Title
Student Football Athletic Trainer
Department
Athletics-Training
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA 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. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Employment Type
Employee
Anticipated Start Date
07/07/2025
Posting Date
06/30/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement 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 online 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 online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Duties/Responsibilities: Recognition, Evaluation and Management of Athletic Injuries
Serve as athletic trainer for team(s) specified by director of sports medicine (includes practice and competition coverage as well as travel responsibilities)
Coordinate and supervise medical care for athletes as assigned by director of sports medicine
Initial assessment and treatment of athletic injuries
Physician referral as appropriate (regular communication with primary care team physician; communication with specialty team physicians as appropriate)
Casting and splinting
Wound care, including removal of sutures and staples on MD order
Diagnostic testing appointments
Physician appointments
Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise
Percentage of time
30%
Duties/Responsibilities: Organization and Administration
Maintain confidential medical records in Presagia system
Collect and apply Fusionetics data
Coordinate concussion testing protocol
Collaborate for athletic event medical coverage
Percentage of time
30%
Duties/Responsibilities: Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries
Development and implementation of structured rehabilitation programs under MD supervision (coordinate physician re-checks; participate in rehabilitation progress updates weekly; maintain appropriate communication with supervising physicians)
Development of rehabilitation protocols (coordinate rehabilitation director of rehabilitation)
Use of therapeutic modalities and exercise
Coordination of physician re-checks
Isokinetic testing
Aquatic rehabilitation
Percentage of time
20%
Duties/Responsibilities: Prevention of Athletic Injuries
Pre-participation physical examinations (assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating pre-participation physical examinations for student-athletes; participate in post-physical physician meetings; coordinate and schedule required follow-up testing from physicals)
Preventative maintenance rehabilitation programs
Fitness assessments; physical conditioning of athletes
Fitting of protective equipment
Fabrication of tape, braces, and special pads
Casting/molding for custom foot orthotics
Flexibility programs
Strength and conditioning programs
Percentage of time
10%
Duties/Responsibilities: Emergency Care and First Aid
Provision of emergency care and first aid
Emergency plan development
Emergency care coordination with ATC, EMS and MD
Emergency equipment management
Emergency medicine in-servicing
Percentage of time
10%
Classification Title
Student Assistant
FLSA
Non-Exempt
FTE
0.475
Position Summary
Daily organization of the athletic training room, including physical as well as administrative work
Assist with medical documentation, including electronic medical records
Attend physician/radiology/specialty appointments as needed
Assist with treatment and rehabilitation of student-athletes, under the supervision of an ATC
Provide oversight of team and individual S&C sessions and sport practices, under the supervision of an ATC
Other duties as assigned
May occasionally work hours outside of traditional Monday-Friday, 9a-5p
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Athletic Training Student in a CAATE approved program
Physical Demands
Driving.
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
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
Is driving a requirement of this position?
Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?
No
Does this position have Security Access?
No
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.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
N/A
Recruitment Contact Email
N/A
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