Athletic Trainer PRN

Franciscan Alliance•Lafayette, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Athletic Trainer performs general athletic training procedures for athletes and multiple athletic events. This position assists with conditioning and injury prevention programs, and provides on-site assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries. This position works closely with team physicians and Sports Medicine Institute staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
1 year Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation
1 year Athletic Training
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) -Required within 90 days
Licensed Athletic Trainer - Indiana Athletic Trainers Board or Illinois Dept of Financial and Professional Regulation - Required within 90 days
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree

Responsibilities

Communicate injuries and treatment plans to coaches, athletes, parents, team physicians, and the Sports Medicine Institute Staff.
Complete thorough and accurate evaluation of athletic injuries, provides first aid and immediate care of acute injuries.
Develop, implement, and oversee appropriate rehabilitation, and return to play programs for athletes.
Maintain proper documentation and record keeping of all athletic injuries, and related referrals and doctor’s notes.
Participate in Franciscan Health Sports Medicine educational outreach programs for local schools, youth sports organizations, parent, and community groups, to promote conditioning and injury prevention programs.
Promote prevention of injuries through the recommendation of appropriate conditioning programs, monitoring environmental conditions and maintaining protective equipment.
Treat injuries using appropriate treatment modalities within the scope of athletic training certification and state practice act.