Associate Athletic Trainer

Job ID: 272763
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.

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.

Location

Augusta University

Our Forest Hill Campus: 3109 Wrightsboro Rd

Job Summary

The Associate Athletic Trainer is responsible for coordinating and assisting with the Augusta University Sports Medicine program.

Responsibilities

Duties include, but are not limited to:

RESPONSIBLE FOR RECOGNIZING, TREATING, REHABILITATING AND PROVIDING EMERGENCY CARE AND FIRST AID FOR INJURIES AND ILLNESSES TO INTERCOLLEGIATE STUDENT-ATHLETES OF ASSIGNED SPORT(S): Provide athletic training coverage at practices and games (including travel) of assigned sport(s). Evaluate acute and chronic injuries, fabricate protective equipment, and provide daily treatment. Refer and/or transport student-athletes to the emergency room if the team physician or Assistant AD for Sports Medicine cannot be contacted in emergency situations. Coordinates scheduling of medical appointments and transportation for student-athletes. Implement prevention and rehabilitation programs for athletes. Maintain detailed and current medical records. Educate athletes on injury prevention, management, and return to play.

ASSIST WITH THE PROCESSING OF MEDICAL INSURANCE CLAIMS AND RELATED INFORMATION: Assist with coordinating student-athlete health insurance.

MAINTAIN COLLABORATIVE PROFESSIONAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Maintain Collaborative Professional Working Relationships with Administrators and Coaches in the Department, Other College Offices, and Appropriate Relationships with Members of the AU Sports Medicine Staff and Other Individuals Involved with NCAA Athletics Programs.

KNOW, RECOGNIZE, AND COMPLY WITH THE LAWS, POLICIES, RULES, AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING AU, ITS EMPLOYEES, AND THE RULES OF THE NCAA AND AFFILIATED CONFERENCES: Maintains confidentiality to include, but not limited to, information, files, and records that the incumbent may obtain or possess, in accordance with federal and state laws and AU policies.

ASSIST WITH OPERATING, SUPERVISING AND MAINTAINING THE ATHLETIC TRAINING FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT: Assist with Inventory, purchasing, budgeting, and restocking medical supplies and equipment.

OTHER DUTIES: Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

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 hours may be required)

Pay Grade: 18

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: 272763

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

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365


To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=272763&PostingSeq=1

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