Athletic Trainer 4

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center • Baton Rouge, LA

104d

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer 4 is responsible for the examination, evaluation, treatment according to physician orders, and rehabilitation of injuries in the school, recreational, and clinical settings as outlined in the job duties of a traditional athletic trainer in addition to operating in this function at the Collegiate level with the caliber of SEC college athletes, which requires more skill, higher demand, and more versatility. The Collegiate Athletic Trainer is also expected to perform duties with an overall higher level of care, urgency, and workload. Additional duties may include scheduling appointments for clinical visits, imaging, referrals, etc. Coordinating the insurance and financial aspects of the patient visits for collegiate athletes. Participation in meetings, in-services, and educational initiatives to progress the athletic training program.

Requirements

• 5 years experience in athletic training or a related field.
• Master's Degree in Athletic Training or Allied Health.
• Current Athletic Training License.
• BOC/ABC Athletic Training Board Certified.
• Current CPR/ First Aid certified.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Responsibilities

• Manages responsibilities in the athletic setting including but not limited to prevention, evaluation, treatment according to physicians orders, and rehabilitation of injuries, also including head/neck injuries, heat illness and obvious fractures.
• Establishes a relationship with an athlete's physician and carries out a treatment plan according to the physician's orders.
• Promotes a positive and professional relationship between the clinics and school coaches, administrators and community leaders.
• Assists providers as a physician extender and coordinates clinical care for the patients.
• Must be flexible in order to accommodate athletic schedules and travel to various venues.
• Works with a large group of stakeholders in the collegiate setting to ensure appropriate care for the athletes.
• Coordinates to provide financial, administrative and clerical services for the care of the patients and athletes.
• Participates in meetings, in-services, and educational initiatives to progress the athletic training program.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic wound care and bracing.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees