Location
McPherson, Kansas
Market context
In Kansas, athletic trainer roles are typically tied to schools, colleges, and sports programs that need coverage for injury prevention, evaluation, and return-to-play support. These positions are competitive because employers often look for BOC certification, Kansas licensure eligibility, CPR/AED current status, and a mission fit such as a clear Christian faith. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure path and prepare examples of hands-on, physically demanding work.
The Athletic Trainer administers preventive treatment and rehabilitation to athletes across various intercollegiate sports, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This role involves performing onsite care, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses, alongside overseeing supplies and equipment.
A Bachelor's Degree is required, with a Master's preferred, along with BOC Certification and Kansas Licensure eligibility, and current CPR/AED certification. Candidates must possess a clear Christian faith aligned with the college's mission and be able to handle physically demanding tasks and flexible scheduling.
Job Description: Athletic Trainer
STATUS: Full time (12 months), salary, exempt
Department: Athletics
Effective Date: As Determined
Location: McPherson, KS
As part of the athletic training staff, the athletic trainer at Central Christian College administers preventive treatment and rehabilitation to athletes engaged in various intercollegiate sports, assures compliance with health and safety standards, and oversees the issuance, maintenance, and replacement of athletic training supplies and equipment for the athletic program.
Qualifications: & experience
· Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s preferred
· BOC Certified, Kansas Licensure (or eligible)
· CPR/AED certified
· Experience in collegiate athletics preferred
· A clear and consistent Christian faith, evidenced through personal conduct, professional practice, and commitment to Christ-centered education. The successful candidate must be able to support and advance the College’s mission to provide a Christ-centered education for character and align with the College’s heritage, beliefs, values, and lifestyle expectations.
prevention, evaluation, management and rehabilitation; exposure to bodily fluids
· Assess risk of injury, perform ergonomic evaluation and coaching, self-care implementation and overall wellness promotion
· Develop, design, and implement injury prevention programs and customized preventative strategies
· Provide accommodation recommendations for student athletes with restrictions or limitations
· Take inventory of athletic training supplies and order as needed
· Supervise student workers, graduate assistants, and volunteers
· Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills & Abilities
· Maintain an active and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, aligned with the doctrinal position of CCCK, and be prepared to mentor students
· Lift up 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects; may require positioning patients for examination, helping them on and off the exam table, and general assistance
· Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, vendors, students, and community members from diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, & ethnic backgrounds
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
To apply, please submit an application & resume along with a short statement of faith/personal testimony.
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