Description

Department: Athletic Training
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Closes: Open until filled
Reports To: Director of Athletic Training Services
Classification: Administrator

POSITION SUMMARY
The Athletic Trainer works under the supervision of the Director of Athletic Training Services and oversees the care of student-athletes participating in Mercyhurst University’s athletic program. The Athletic Trainer is responsible for the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries within the University’s comprehensive sports medicine program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide athletic training services for Mercyhurst University, including injury prevention programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation, as well as educational programs and counseling for student-athletes.
Attend scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.
Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals to physicians or other allied health professionals when needed.
Coordinate, schedule, and when possible perform testing with student-athletes, including but not limited to:
o Drug Testing
o Sickle Cell Screening
Coordinate and conduct post-injury rehabilitation for athletes.
Refer injuries to the Student Health Office and collaborate directly with medical personnel in the treatment of student-athletes.
Work in conjunction with strength and conditioning staff, as well as coaches, to ensure safety in the design and implementation of fitness, nutrition, and conditioning programs tailored to individual student-athlete needs.
Compile and maintain injury documentation, as well as statistical records of team injuries for the Athletic Department.
Review and approve student-athlete insurance policies, claims, and medical bills associated with intercollegiate sports injuries.
Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training Services or designee.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Certified by the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (or ability to obtain).
Possess a State of Pennsylvania Athletic Training License (or ability to obtain).
Familiarity with NCAA Division I governing rules.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Position involves both sedentary indoor work and active physical work.
Frequent overnight travel required.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed based on athletic schedules.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until the date indicated above.

Send cover letter, resume, and three work-related references to:
Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
[email protected]

Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to achieving equal opportunity for all. The University complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding nondiscrimination in admissions, employment, and all services and programs provided.

Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, citizenship status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for employment, students, and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States

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