Athletic Trainer: Injury Care & Prevention Pro

Kennesaw State University; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking an Injury Care and Prevention Specialist - Athletic Trainer to provide medical coverage, injury evaluation, and rehabilitation support for university athletics and recreation programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, relevant certifications, and at least one year of experience, with licensure eligibility in Georgia and a valid driver’s license. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted driver's license
• NATABOC Certification
• Possess or eligibility to obtain and maintain a Georgia state licensure within thirty (30) days of hire
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• One (1) year of relevant experience.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor certification (preferred)
• An advanced degree in a related field (preferred)
• Previous athletic training experience in a post-secondary level program or related sport program (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs injury evaluations and makes skilled assessment of injuries.
• Performs treatments with modalities including ultrasound, ESTEM, ice, etc.
• Applies preventative taping and bracing procedures
• Administers therapeutic and preventive exercise protocols
• Provides acute and critical care coverage for club sports home games and supports clinical evaluation/rehabilitation care hours
• Communicates with athletes to educate about injuries and rehabilitation
• Documents clinical care and injury notes in HIPAA-compliant software databases

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Project management

Presentation skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Kinesiology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kennesaw State University is seeking an Injury Care and Prevention Specialist - Athletic Trainer to provide medical coverage, injury evaluation, and rehabilitation support for university athletics and recreation programs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, relevant certifications, and at least one year of experience, with licensure eligibility in Georgia and a valid driver’s license. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.