Posting Number
HS275P

Quick Link for Posting
http://jobs.uark.edu/postings/19092

Working Title
Graduate Assistant of Athletic Training

Department
University Recreation

About the University
Founded in 1871 as a land grant institution, the University of Arkansas is classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the top two percent of universities in the nation with the highest level of research activity. Ten colleges and schools serve more than 26,700 students with more than 200 academic programs. University of Arkansas students earn nationally competitive awards at an impressive rate and represent 50 states and more than 120 countries.

Located in the stunning Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, Fayetteville is home to the University of Arkansas campus, known for its spectacular views and ample green spaces. Fayetteville is considered one of the country's finest college towns, and the surrounding northwest Arkansas region is regularly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S. Some of the nation's best outdoor amenities and most spectacular hiking trails are within a short drive of campus.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, as well as 12 official holidays and a choice of retirement programs.

About the College/Department
The Department of University Recreation exists under the College of Education and Health Professions to engage and enhance the University of Arkansas community through diverse recreational, social, and wellness opportunities. As a result, the University Recreation department performs a vital role in the recruitment, retention, and education of students and personnel.

Department Home Page
http://urec.uark.edu

Job Type
Hourly/Student

Summary of Job Duties
The Graduate Assistant of Athletic Training reports to the Associate Director of Programs.
This position will assist University Recreation by providing assessment, treatment, and training to members and participants. The specific responsibilities include attending scheduled clinic hours, events, and games to serve as athletic trainer, responsible for on-site and immediate actions and decisions regarding injuries, return to play, continued care, or urgent care. This position will coordinate medical referrals for participants as needed, develop and implement injury evaluation, injury management, and treatment rehabilitation programs for UREC participants, serve as clinical preceptor for entry-level master's athletic training program. This position will maintain involvement in current and future research activity that may be occurring in partnership with UREC and other academic units, develop and maintain professional relationships with participants, guests, and UREC staff.
Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting in departmental special event programming, attending departmental staff meetings and college and/or university meetings and events when needed, maintaining database of participants for monthly, semester, and annual reporting, and all duties as assigned.
This position offers $12,500 annually plus tuition waiver (fees excluded) and travel stipend (pending funding).

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that all relevant application materials include details addressing the minimum qualifications. Applicants not meeting the minimum qualifications will be disqualified from consideration.

• Bachelor's degree or master's degree in Athletic Training from a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education ( CAATE ) accredited Athletic Training Program
• Licensed through Arkansas State Board
• Certified Athletic Trainer
• Maintain current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent
• Commitment to customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Minimum 3.0 grade point average
• Admission to the College of Education and Health Professions graduate degree program
• Satisfactory completion of the GRE prior to employment with the department of University Recreation

Does this job require any license(s)/certification(s)?
Yes

If yes, please specify
Certified Athletic Trainer

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of current practices in athletic training
• Demonstrated success of written and verbal communication, customer service, and supervisory skills

Physical activities associated with this position
For questions regarding reasonable accommodations please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Compliance 479-575-4019.

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (schedule will vary based on department needs to include occasional nights and weekends)

Overtime Eligible
No

Is this position weather/ event essential?

If yes, the employee in this position will report to work at the scheduled time when the University is closed due to inclement conditions.
No

Work Location/Building
Fayetteville Campus - Health, Physical Education, and Recreation Building (HPER) Building and UREC Fitness Center

Benefits Eligible
No

Appointment Percent
0

Salary/Hourly Range
$12,500 annually plus tuition waiver (fees excluded) and travel stipend (pending funding)

Does this Position require a Motor Vehicle Reports Check?
No

Does this position require a background check?
Yes

If yes, please specify

• Criminal background check
• Sex offender registry check

Does this position require a substance abuse test?
No

Pre-employment Screening Requirements
This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background and sex offender registry check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.



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