Temporary - Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer

Position Information

Position Information Position Title : Temporary - Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer Working Title : Assistant Athletic Trainer Position Number : -Temp-Staff Full-time or Part-time : Full Time Time Limited Position : No Number of Vacancies : 1 Department : Temporary Pools - Athletics Posting Number : SHRA / EHRA : SHRA Job Category : Staff Hiring Range : Commensurate with education and experience up to $40K Overall Position Competency : TMP Description of primary duties and responsibilities : Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The primary purpose of the Department of Athletics is to provide a program of intercollegiate athletics for students at the university.

The Department of Athletics accepts the challenge of creating an environment whereby student-athletes are both progressing academically in a degree program leading towards graduation and competing athletically against the highest level of competition.

Each student-athlete is viewed as an individual whose general health, fitness and emotional development are of significant value.

The Department of Athletics takes pride in its compatibility with the mission! of the university and recognizes the opportunity to give Fayetteville State University recognition on the state, regional and national levels.

Description of Work Continued : New Graduates Welcome and encouraged to apply!

Primary Purpose of Position : The Assistant Athletic Trainer will report directly to the Director of Athletic Training Services / Head Athletic Trainer and is independently responsible for the day-to-day sports medicine / athletic training operations of one or more of the Fayetteville State University 11 NCAA D2 athletic teams and Cheerleading.

This incumbent will be assign a 10 month work assignment. Duties include but are not limited to :

• Independently and effectively oversee all sports medicine operations for assigned teams with minimum supervision.
• Prevention, Evaluation, Treatment and Rehabilitation of student-athlete injuries and illnesses within the University’s comprehensive sports medicine program
• Maintain accurate, complete, and precise documentation utilizing an electronic medical record system.
• Completing required insurance claims
• Compliance with privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, etc.)
• Daily interaction and communication with coaching staff including routine reports and correspondence.
• Work closely with / have good work working relationship with team orthopedic practice / team physicians.
• Schedule and coordinate medical appointments.
• Maintain communication with Student Health Services for non-orthopedic illnesses.
• Advocate and provide resources for nutritional and mental health.
• Attending designated team practices / events.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays more than 40 hours / week.
• Travel / Coverage of away events; pending sport assignment.
• Maintenance / Upkeep of Athletic Training equipment and facilities
• Uphold Policies and Procedures set forth by Fayetteville State University, the CIAA Conference, and the NCAA
• Assistance with administrative duties as agreed upon by candidate and Director of Athletic Training Services

Based on Year-to -Year Budget Fayetteville State University can provide the following for Athletic Trainers : NATA DuesBOC DuesNorth Carolina Licensure Application / Renewal DuesContinuing Education experiences and / or NATA professional conference Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

• Bachelor’s Degree or Masters’ Degree from an Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) approved Athletic Training Education Program;
• Board of Certification (BOC) for the Athletic Trainer;
• Current North Carolina state licensure or eligible for application.
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are prerequisites.

Knowledge skills and abilities :

• Communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels
• Maintain strict confidentiality and attention to detail are essential
• Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects, and meet strict deadlines
• Detail-oriented and willing to work in a changing environment

Preferred Qualifications : Special Instructions to Applicants : Selected Candidate will have an expected start date of August 1, .

Notice to Applicants Closing Date : Open Until Filled : Yes Other Information If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants.

Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. EEO Statement : This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check.

An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status.

Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.