Temporary - Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in North Carolina is seeking a Temporary Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer. Responsibilities include independent oversight of sports medicine operations for NCAA D2 teams, evaluating and treating injuries. Candidates must have a relevant degree, BOC certification, and North Carolina state licensure. Strong communication skills and teamwork ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree from a CAATE-approved Athletic Training Education Program is required.
• Must hold BOC certification for Athletic Trainers.
• Current state licensure in North Carolina or eligible for application.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certifications are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sports medicine operations for assigned teams independently.
• Responsible for prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation of injuries.
• Documentations must utilize an electronic medical record system.
• Ensure compliance with insurance claims and privacy regulations.
• Communicate with coaching staff and schedule medical appointments.
• Advocate for health resources and maintain Athletic Training equipment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a CAATE-approved program

Board of Certification (BOC)

Current North Carolina state licensure

Current CPR and First Aid certifications

Job description

Temporary - Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer

The Department of Athletics at Fayetteville State University is seeking a Temporary Full Time Assistant Athletic Trainer. The selected candidate will have an expected start date of August 1, 2024.

Position Information

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 university's 11 NCAA D2 athletic teams and Cheerleading.

The primary purpose of the Department of Athletics is to provide a program of intercollegiate athletics for students at the university, creating an environment whereby student-athletes can progress academically and compete athletically at the highest level.

Responsibilities

• Independently oversee all sports medicine operations for assigned teams with minimum supervision.
• Prevention, Evaluation, Treatment, and Rehabilitation of student-athlete injuries and illnesses.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation utilizing an electronic medical record system.
• Completing required insurance claims and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, etc.).
• Daily interaction and communication with coaching staff, including routine reports and correspondence.
• Work closely with team orthopedic practice/team physicians and schedule medical appointments.
• Maintain communication with Student Health Services for non-orthopedic illnesses and advocate for nutritional and mental health resources.
• Attend designated team practices/events and travel to away events as needed.
• Maintain Athletic Training equipment and facilities and uphold policies and procedures set forth by the university, CIAA Conference, and NCAA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree from a 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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.