Assistant Athletic Trainer Job at Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA

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  • Fort Valley State University
  • Fort Valley, GA

Job Description

Reporting to the Head Athletic Trainer, the Assistant Athletic Trainer will:

* Support the head trainer and guide all training-related activities associated with the FVSU Athletic Department and its teams. In addition, coordinate engagement with the team physician and associated medical practitioners in prevention, immediate care, and rehabilitation of injuries sustained by Fort Valley State University student-athletes.

* Carry out policies and procedures of the athletic training facilities and FVSU Department of Athletics

* Direct and provide athletic training coverage and supervision of intercollegiate athletic teams during practices, games, and strength and conditioning sessions, as assigned

* Travel with the teams, as assigned

* Coordinate physical exams and pre-participation paperwork for student-athletes through the team physician or designee.

* Perform selected portions of the physical exam under the direction and supervision of the team physician.

* Apply specific and appropriate taping, bracing, and other protective/supportive devices to prevent injury or re-injury.

* Monitor environmental conditions of playing and practice areas to make recommendations regarding the student-athlete's safety, following accepted and recommended guidelines.

* Refer the student-athlete to medical personnel (i.e., physicians, physical therapists, nutritionists, and other allied health professionals) to ensure appropriate medical evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation by implementing standard verbal and written orders.

* Maintain appropriate medical records.

* Be familiar with emergency action plans for each athletic venue.

* Familiarize student-athletes with the FVSU Athletic Department's Drug Testing and Counseling program.

* Provide education and counseling in health-related matters to the student-athletes and coaches.

* Direct the student-athletes and coaches to professionals so that the student-athlete may receive consultation for social and personal programs on specific topics and by personal consultation.

* Perform other clinical duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

* Perform administrative duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer.

* Abide by all written policies and procedures of FVSU, the Department of Athletics, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and all applicable conferences or associations.

Minimum Education/Experience

* Master's degree from an accredited institution.

* Certified Athletic Trainer as designated by the Board of Certification

* Licensed to practice in the state of Georgia, or eligible.

USG Core Values Statement

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 on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at

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