Ast Dir Athletics, Sports Med

Job ID: 272759
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

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.

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Location

Augusta University -

Our Forest Hill Campus: 3109 Wrightsboro Rd

Job Summary

The Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Medicine is responsible for coordinating and administering the Augusta University Athletics sports medicine program for 14 sports, approximately 300 student-athletes, two assistant athletic trainers, interns, and athletic training facilities.

Responsibilities

Duties include but are not limited to:

MANAGEMENT OF THE EVALUATION AND TREATMENT OF INJURIES AND ILLNESSES FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES: Coordinate the pre-participation medical examination with team physicians. Design and modify appropriate individual rehab of post-surgical and post-injury conditions. Refer ill and/or injured student-athletes to health services or the ream physician(s) regarding their injuries and/or illnesses. Maintain medical and administrative records. Oversee the documentation of injuries, treatments and rehabilitation of injured athletes. Design and fabricate protective equipment and apply appropriate taping/wrapping to support extremities and prevent further aggravation to existing injuries. Provide daily follow-up care and evaluation of injured and ill student-athletes and communicate with appropriate athletics staff regarding status of injury/illness and participation capabilities. Provide emergency medical evaluation, treatment and injury triage during practice and competition.

RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF DEPARTMENT'S STUDENT-ATHLETE HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS: Interact with the institution's secondary insurance provider to ensure proper coordination of payment of services rendered to student-athletes.

SERVE AS ADMINISTRATIVE LIAISON BETWEEN THE ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT AND THE MEDICAL COMMUNITY REGARDING THE HEALTH AND WELLNESS OF OUR STUDENT-ATHLETES: Foster positive working relationships with team physicians, coaches, staff and student-athletes. See new opportunities as the relate to partnerships and revenue generation within the medical community.

SERVE AS A POINT OF CONTACT FOR MENTAL HEALTH CONCERNS, TRAINING AND EDUCATION FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES AND STAFF: Develop and maintain mental health policies and procedures for the athletics department. Seek out mental health and/or wellness speakers to engage our department and student-athletes.

HIPPA COMPLIANCE: Ensure HIPPA compliance regarding confidentiality and electronic communication.

COORDINATE AND SUPERVISE: Coordinate practice and game coverage, schedules, rehabs, assigns responsibilities, and supervises both professional and student-athletic training staff.

DRUG TESTING PROGRAM: Oversee the Augusta athletics drug testing program and serve as the NCAA drug testing site coordinator.

OVERSEE THE BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES OF INVENTORY, PURCHASING AND MAINTENANCE OF SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS: Manage medical billing software (if applicable) for revenue generation.

SERVE ON THE DEPARTMENT'S ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM AND ASSUME AREAS OF OVERSIGHT AS ASSIGNED: Assist with athletics special events as they relate to the area of sports medicine.

OTHER DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with five to eight years experience. Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA) required.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/ databases

Skills

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal skills

Detail-oriented with strong organizational, prioritization, and customer service skills

Abilities

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Monday-Friday (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)

Pay Grade: 20

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Search Job ID: 272759

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

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