Athletic Trainer for Wellness and Recreation

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The Athletic Trainer for Wellness and Recreation is directly responsible for providing athletic training services for intramurals, club sports, and other WRC sponsored events.

Athletic training services will include rendering emergency care, development of injury prevention programs, providing appropriate preventative devices, assessment and management of injuries, and treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.

Risk Management - 60
Provide athletic training services for intramural and club sports events and determine which events are the highest risk and provide coverage accordingly.
Develop the WRC Emergency Action Plan and educate staff on policies to follow during emergency-based situations.
Respond and appropriately manage all emergencies while on-site.
Train student supervisors on risk management policies and continue to educate and update them monthly.
Assess and manage all injuries that occur during WRC sponsored events.
Provide day-time clinical hours to assess WRC sponsored injuries.
Maintain accurate records of all injuries and treatments that are provided.
Develop the severe weather policy and implement when appropriate.
Keep inventory of all medical supplies and assist the associate director in developing and maintaining a budget for athletic training services.
Ensure safety of participants through proper maintenance of equipment, proper staff coverage, safe playing conditions for all intramural and recreational activities.

Program/Operation Management - 35
Performs fitness assessments including pre and post fitness evaluations upon completion of an exercise prescription.
Create, advertise, and administer fitness-based programing.
Provide students and other users with equipment orientations.
Lead exercise-based workshops to promote safety and nutrition.
Assist with the Associate Director on general maintenance tasks at indoor recreation facilities including routine and preventative maintenance and repairs for designated building, facilities, and equipment ensuring technical operations are in proper running order.
Inspection of fitness equipment, updating daily log of all equipment on the fitness floor.

Other - 5
Perform other duties as assigned - Perform other duties as directed by the Director/Associate Director of Wellness and Recreation. Serve on campus committees as required.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in Athletic Training

Other Required Qualifications
NATA BOC certified and possess or be in the process of acquiring licensure in the State of Georgia
CPR/AED and First Aid Certification

Required Experience
3 years related experience

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in Athletic Training

Preferred Experience
Ability to administer multiple on-going tasks and follow complex administrative procedures
One or more years of athletic training experience working with collegiate aged athletes.
Preference in FMS, SFMA, PES, CES, or CSCS credentials or equivalent.

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ABILITIES
Must be able to make independent decisions regarding the assessment and management of injuries
Ability to communicate effectively during high stress/pressure situations when talking to patients and other staff members
Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Ability to identify potential risks and plan and respond accordingly.
Ability to work collaboratively with others

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of department operations and goals.
Trained and skilled in risk management and emergency preparedness.
Knowledge of a large range of medical problems/issues

SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills.
Trained and skilled in risk management and emergency preparedness.

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This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not 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 does not require security clearance.

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