Head Athletic Trainer

Job Summary
East Tennessee State is seeking a dedicated and skilled Athletic Trainer to join the team for our Division I Football Program . Reporting to the Director of Sports Medicine, this position will focus on providing comprehensive care for football athletes, including injury prevention, emergency care, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of sports medicine principles, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and work collaboratively within a team environment to achieve athletic performance goals. This role requires the ability to adhere to established procedures and protocols while maintaining a high standard of care. You will be responsible for managing day-to-day injury treatment, helping athletes recover and return to peak performance, and supporting the team in achieving its goals. The Athletic Trainer will also need to demonstrate a thorough understanding of policies and procedures, seek guidance when necessary, and contribute to the overall success of the sports medicine department. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-performance environment and make a meaningful impact on the health and success of Division I athletes. Join us and be part of a dynamic sports medicine team that is committed to excellence and the well-being of our athletes The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including: Paid time off & leave 17 paid holidays Educational Assistance Health and life insurance Retirement Access to University facilities and services and much more Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: . All positions at East Tennessee State University are contingent upon sufficient funding. ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in sport science or related field is required. Minimum of two years of experience as a certified athletic trainer (certified graduate assistantship accepted). Current National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification ( NATABOC ) certification Current CPR / AED for Professional Rescuer is required along with the eligibility for State of Tennessee licensure.

Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in sport science or related field. Experience in working with collegiate football programs, ideally at the Division I level. Ability to apply casting and splinting material as directed by team physician and documented expertise with Blue Ocean/Vivature EMR and/or ARMS management systems software. 2 years of work experience with Division 1 football.

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