Injury Care and Prevention Specialist - Athletic Trainer

Athletic Trainer

Location: Kennesaw, Georgia

Schedule: Full-Time

About Us: Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location: Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Contributes to the prevention, acute care, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries within recreational programs. Provides medical coverage of athletic activities, advises on the prevention and care of athletic injuries, team-teaches athletic training classes, and assists in the daily operation of a clinical space under leader supervision.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Performs injury evaluations and makes skilled assessment of injuries. Performs treatments with various appropriate modalities including ultrasound, ESTEM, ice, etc. Performs application of various preventative taping and bracing procedures. Performs administration of therapeutic and preventive exercise protocols. Provides acute and critical care coverage for club sports home games, including off-campus home locations, and supports clinical evaluation/rehabilitation care hours. May provide coverage for Intramural games. Communicates effectively with athletes to educate about injuries, rehabilitation, and exercise protocols. Documents clinical care, injury notes, and provides administrative support in HIPPA-compliant software databases appropriately.

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 Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license NATABOC Certification Possess or eligibility to obtain and maintain a Georgia state licensure within thirty (30) days of hire First Aid/CPR/AED certification Required Experience One (1) year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification Preferred Educational Qualifications An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field Preferred Experience Previous experience in athletic training in a post-secondary level program or professional training in a related sports program

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $51,600 - $60,000. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and much more! Visit hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES Able and willingness to demonstrate and maintain competency as required for the role and area(s) of responsibility Maintains confidentiality (HIPAA, FERPA, etc.) in matters relating to employees, community members, patients, families, and/or visitors Adheres to and ensure compliance with all HIPPA standards and regulations Exhibits behaviors consistent with principles for service excellence, ethical practices, and best patient care Demonstrates a strong commitment to teamwork, customer service, ethical leadership, and talent development for student staff members Able to manage stressful situations and work with multiple interruptions Adapt effectively in situations of change to policies, procedures, work assignments, and culture Develop professional contacts and resources that support work productivity Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines KNOWLEDGE Understanding of industry standards and accepted practices; conservative RTP interpretation; emerging techniques and skills Knowledge of current industry research, data results, and application and able to effectively integrate university and department policy into care practices SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills Excellent leadership qualities, decision-making skills, and problem-solving abilities Strong treatment tracking and notes Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite) Maintains a strong working relationship with the supervising physician/practice Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 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 at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

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 on this policy, 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, View email address on click.appcast.io.

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 MVR 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.