Emory Sports Medicine: Graduate Assistantship
Emory University Athletic Training staff is comprised of 4
graduate assistants. While earning a Master of Science Degree
in Sports Medicine from Georgia State University the graduate
assistants also work as part of the Emory University Sports
Medicine Team.
Assistantship Overview:
This is a two-year position. You will have many opportunities to
work independently and travel with the varsity teams at Emory
University. Responsibilities will include: prevention,
assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of varsity athletic
injuries. Also, injury documentation, physician referral and
communication with coaches are expectations.
You will have the opportunity to strengthen administrative skills.
Including but not limited to developing policies, procedures and
protocols, pre participation physicals, coordination of medical
coverage for special events and assisting with inventory,
purchasing and other budgetary issues.
Qualifications:
- NATA certification by August
- Acceptance into the Georgia State University Graduate program in Sports Medicine (see link for specific qualifications)
- Click here to go to the GSU Graduate program in Sports Medicine website
Benefits:
- Summer employment possible for camp coverage
- Additional income opportunities available
- Free continuing education credits available
Application Procedure:
- Follow the procedures outlined on the Georgia State web page.
- All interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume with at least 3 references with telephone numbers and addresses to:
Emory University
Athletics and Recreation
Attn: Joan Reed MAT, ATC, CSCS
600 Asbury Circle.
Atlanta, GA 30322
jreed2@emory.edu
- Applications due by the end of February of your year of graduation
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