Head Athletic Trainer - IPP

Head Athletic Trainer- IPP

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Head Athletic Trainer- IPP. The position directs and coordinates the University's comprehensive medical coverage to the UNG Corps of Cadet program. Serve as the Cadet Healthcare Administrator. Serve as a preceptor in the Athletic Training Education Program and direct and instruct clinical education of athletic training students. This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and holds the responsibility of serving as a mandatory reporter for all Clery Act crimes.

Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H-1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the universitys ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa-related fees. If you have any questions regarding the visa policy, please contact Monica Arrendale at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Manages and directs comprehensive medical care for over 750 cadets. Manages and mentors cadet sports medicine and cadet performance staff members. Responsible for the prevention, recognition and rehabilitation of injuries sustained. Provide coverage of specified training and competition events and training room times. On call for routine physical training and labs. Serves as Cadet Healthcare Administrator, ensuring compliance with policies, regulations and mandates. Serves as liaison with Team Physician(s) and other medical and cadet leadership academy personnel as applicable. Support UNG athletic training education program faculty. Coordinate a comprehensive mental health program. Direct overall management of applicable concussion protocols derived from Army policy and best practices. Support Assistant AD for Sports Medicine & Performance as directed. Oversee maintenance of (electronic) medical records and cadet medical insurance considerations as applicable. Additional duties as assigned by IPP Director. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Possess interpersonal skills, listening and communication skills and critical thinking skills. Must be attentive to detail. Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills and strong computer skills. High ethical standards and ability to relate to work with a diverse faculty, staff, students and other public persons. Ability to organize and manage individuals as well as organizations, able to plan projects and work schedules.

Bachelors degree from a CAATE accredited athletic training education program required. Will be frequently away from assigned work desk/phone due to official work responsibilities or travel and requires real time communication with others. Minimum of five years of athletic training experience required (collegiate preferred). Board of Certification (BOC) certified. Eligible for licensure as an athletic trainer in the State of Georgia. Current professional rescuer/CPR/AED.

CSCS preferred. Master's degree preferred. Experience with clinical supervision of athletic training students is preferred. Experience with NCAA regulations and/or US Army H2F and SOPs preferred.

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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.

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society.

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 North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

This is not a supervisory position. This position has 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 This position requires security clearance. Please note: the University of North Georgia career board updates daily, positions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

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