This position is on site at our Cullowhee campus.

Western Carolina University is seeking applications of candidates for Sports Medicine Intern/ Athletic Trainer. This is an 11-month temporary salaried appointment with opportunity for renewal each year.

This posting is to fill two positions: one to assist with football and other teams assigned by the Director and one to assist volleyball and other teams assigned by the Director.

Job responsibilities include the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prevention:
a. Organization, implementation, application and administration of pre-participation physical
examinations and screening procedures
b. Assessment of physical strength and conditioning
c. Fitting and maintenance of protective equipment
d. Selection and application of taping, wrapping, padding, bracing and casting
e. Monitoring and controlling environmental risks
f. Implementation and communication of safety guidelines regarding activity
g. Identification and correction of common risk factors and conditions predisposing patients to
injury

2. Recognition, Evaluation, and Immediate Care
a. Conducting a thorough evaluation/diagnosis of illness and/or injury
b. Performing special test procedures as appropriate
c. Wound care, including immediate and follow-up care
d. Splinting and immobilization of the spine and extremities
e. Emergency techniques as appropriate and available
f. Evaluation, selection, instruction and application of assistive devices
g. Determining and providing for the replacement of fluids and/or electrolytes as needed
h. Selection and implementation of appropriate transportation methods

3. Treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning
a. Selection and use of therapeutic modalities, including, but not limited to use of light, sound,
heat, cold, hydrotherapy, compression, electricity and manual techniques
b. Development and implementation of comprehensive rehabilitation programs
c. Selection, instruction and application of the use of therapeutic exercises
d. Evaluation and implementation of rehabilitation and reconditioning programs
e. Dispensing of single-dose, over-the-counter medications as directed by a licensed physician

4. Health Care Administration
a. Documentation of evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, care, prognosis, rehabilitation,
reconditioning and discharge planning and status as provided
b. adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality laws
c. Inform patient (and other parties, as appropriate) regarding injury status, prognosis and
progression
d. Implement appropriate referral of patients, as needed

Work Hours: Sunday through Saturday (depending on practice and game schedules)

Bachelor's degree required from an accredited institution. NATABOC required. Eligible for North Carolina State License.

Applicants must apply online. PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the department directly if selected for interview. Thank you for your interest in this position. Application materials sent by postal mail or e-mail cannot be accepted. For more information, please contact: Steven Honbarger, Director of Sports Medicine 828-227-2043 or at shonbarger@wcu.edu

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.

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All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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