RESPONSIBILITIES: PRIMARY TRAINING DUTIES:

Provide athletic training services for Emporia State University’s intercollegiate athletic programs, including coverage of home and away practices and games. Give guidance to graduate level athletic training students in our accredited athletic training program. Conduct rehabilitation activities for injured student-athletes. Administer daily evaluations, preventative exercises, emergency care, treatments, and rehabilitaive sessions. Complete additional duties as assigned by Head Athletic Trainer. ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:

Keep accurate records of athletes' injuries, treatment, and medication. Ensure program records, medical histories, and insurance information is collected and organized. Serve as a liaison to team physicians, medical specialists, student-athletes, and parents. Manage the flow of information and answer questions. PUBLIC RELATIONS DUTIES:

Work with physicians, other athletic trainers, and student-athletes to deliver comprehensive athletic training techniques and treatments, ensuring safety and high quality performance. MISCELLANEOUS DUTIES:

Assist in the day-to-day operations of the athletic training room. Report necessary repairs as needed to ensure the athletic training facility is fully operational. Perform all other duties assigned by Head Athletic Trainer.

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, and the MIAA is of paramount importance. The overall responsibility of this position is for the successful operation of the program in full compliance with all such rules and regulations. As a condition of employment, the employee shall be required to participate in rules education programs offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, Athletic Training or related field required.
• BOC certification and have or be eligible for a Kansas Athletic Training License.
• Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations. Excellent communication skills, and ability to interact with a variety of athletes, coaches, and public in the higher education environment.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related, professional experience strongly preferred.

About Emporia State University

Emporia State University is an intensely personal, welcoming campus community. We challenge the idea of what education is in the minds of our students. We provide real-world, hands-on learning experiences that help students uncover what they can offer the world because of what they start here. Emporia State offers exceptional benefits and is a great place to work and grow as a professional. Additionally, as an employee of ESU, you will help students from all backgrounds build their bright futures.

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