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Walsh School of Foreign Service
Assistant Athletic Trainer
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An Athletic Trainer treats injuries and provides training to minimize the risk of injury for athletes and people playing sports. Responds when an athlete is injured on the field. Works for schools or colleges, for professional sports teams, or in physicians' offices.
$53,152 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements Job Overview Responsible for the prevention, care, evaluation, referral, rehabilitation, and treatment of acute and chronic orthopedic and medical conditions related to participation in intercollegiate athletics for not less than 2 varsity teams. Assist the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Health and Wellness with providing medical treatment for all student-athletes and the day-to-day administration of the Georgetown University Sports Medicine program. Maintains accurate, complete, and timely documentation of medical records for each student-athlete treated. Responsible for adhering to the Sports Medicine Policies and Procedures and the NATA Code of Professional Conduct. Perform additional administrative duties as assigned. Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation This position reports directly to the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Health and Wellness and practices under general supervision of Team Physicians as defined by the DC Department of Health Chapter 104. This position requires considerable time above regular daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly University work schedule requirements which includes nights and weekends. Frequent travel is required . This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation . Requirements and Qualifications Degree from a CAATE accredited Athletic Training Education Program. BOC certification. Master's degree in athletic training or related field preferred. Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) certification at the Basic Life Support/Professional Rescuer level or above. District of Columbia Athletic Trainer Licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure. NPI Number Experience working in college athletics and at the NCAA Division-I level is preferred Must be able to work confidently in a crisis or emergency situation. Strong organizational skills. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. Valid driver's license with good driving record; must be insurable. Proficient in computer use and relevant Microsoft applications. Background check completed as a condition of employment with Georgetown University. Sponsored Project Management (if applicable) If this position serves as the Department Financial Manager for a Sponsored Project, please insert the text found on the HR website: http://hr.georgetown.edu/employment_services/costcentermanagers.html