ArticleJournal of athletic training2016
A Longitudinal Examination of Work-Life Balance in the Collegiate Setting.
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9 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
- Athletic Trainer Burnout: A Systematic Review of the Literature.Journal of athletic training · 2020Pooled it
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- Work-Life Balance Research in Athletic Training: Perspectives on Future Directions.Journal of athletic training · 2022Article
- Parental Perspectives of Work-Family Conflict and Guilt in Collegiate Athletic Trainers: A Descriptive Qualitative Design.Journal of athletic training · 2022Article
- Burnout and Substance Use in Collegiate Athletic Trainers.Journal of athletic training · 2020Article
- Multilevel Examination of Job Satisfaction and Career Intentions of Collegiate Athletic Trainers: A Quantitative Approach.Journal of athletic training · 2018Article
- The Organizational Climate in Collegiate Athletics: An Athletic Trainer's Perspective.Journal of athletic training · 2018Article
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Abstract
contextThe literature regarding work-life balance (WLB) is plentiful, particularly in the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I collegiate setting due to its demanding nature as defined by work hours and travel. Despite the comprehensive understanding of factors contributing to WLB for athletic trainers (ATs) in this setting, the effect of time of year has yet to be investigated.
objectiveTo determine the influence sport season timing (ie, preseason, in-season, off-season) can have on perceptions and experiences of WLB for ATs.
designQualitative, case-study design.
settingDivision I collegiate practice setting. PATIENTS OR OTHER
participantsSix ATs employed in the Division I college setting (3 women, 3 men) volunteered and completed our study over 1 year. The average age of participants was 31.0 ± 3 years, and they had 9.0 ± 3 years of experience. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS: We conducted semistructured one-on-one phone interviews with each participant at 4 points during the year (August, November, February, June). All interviews were transcribed verbatim. Data were analyzed inductively, and we used peer review, multiple-analyst triangulation, and member checks for credibility.
resultsTime of year (eg, competitive in-season), organizational demands (eg, hours and travel), and life stage (eg, roles assumed) were factors that influenced WLB for ATs in the collegiate setting. Having a positive and adaptable mind-set; having coworker, supervisor, and personal support; and engaging in personal or family time were factors that counterbalanced the inhibitors.
conclusionsOur results indicate that a career as an AT in the collegiate setting can create WLB concerns; these concerns, however, seem to peak during the competitive in-season for the AT's primary coverage team. Additionally, conflict that arises for ATs seems to be stimulated by time, as work roles are often less accommodating due to the athletic atmosphere.
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