Associate Director of Athletic Training Services

501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

Associate Director of Athletic Training Services

Location: Erie
Department: Athletic Administration
Reports To: Vice President of Student Life
Full/Part Time: Full-time
Classification: Administrative
Closes: Open Until Filled

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501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546

814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu

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Associate Director of Athletic Training Services

Location: Erie
Department: Athletic Administration
Reports To: Vice President of Student Life
Full/Part Time: Full-time
Classification: Administrative
Closes: Open Until Filled

POSITION SUMMARY

In conjunction with the Director of Athletic Training Services develop, coordinate and administer a
comprehensive sports medicine program for Mercyhurst University intercollegiate sports and provide
professional and administrative services necessary for the implementation and expansion of such a
program.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Provide sports medicine services for Mercyhurst University, including injury prevention
programs, injury evaluations, injury management, injury treatment and rehabilitation,
educational programs, and counseling for student-athletes.
Provide athletic training services for the University’s athletic department, including attendance
at scheduled team practices and home and away competitions as necessary.
In conjunction with the Director of Athletic Training Services help form the University’s athletic
training staff, specifically to include hiring, training, mentoring and supervision of athletic
trainers.
Schedule and coordinate athletic training staff for coverage of all team practices and athletic
competitions.

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• Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for student-athletes to

determine their ability to practice and compete.

• Oversee routine and annual cleaning and sanitization of Athletic Training Facilities.
• Coordinate, schedule, and perform testing with student athletes. To include, but not limited to:

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Drug Testing
Sickle Cell Screening

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Refer injuries to the Student Health Office or cognizant Medical Center unit and interface
directly with medical personnel in the treatment of students.
Compile and maintain injury documentation and statistical records of team injuries for the
Athletic Department.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

**The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals
assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and
duties required of personnel so classified.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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Bachelor’s degree in athletic training from a CAATE accredited program. Master’s degree
preferred.

• Minimum 3 years professional experience.
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Certified by the Board of Certification.
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Possess a State of Pennsylvania Athletic Training License.
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Familiarity with NCAA Division 1 rules.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until date
indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:

Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu

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students and applicants for educational programs and activities.

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.

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