Athletic Trainer PRN- OLG Ortho

Ochsner Health•Baton Rouge, LA

53d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job plans, organizes and conducts the athletic trainer program based upon management direction and physician’s evaluation and assessment. Maintains injury logs and communicates response to prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation to the advanced practice clinician or physician and participates in the development of clinic and community based rehabilitation and training in conjunction with the physicians in the Sports Medicine Institute. Participates in in-services and continuing education programs on athletic training procedures as well as in clinical education, research, and professional paper writing.

Requirements

Education Required - Bachelor's degree in athletic training.
Certifications Required - Current Athletic Trainer license in state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
Ability to tolerate temperature of 100 degrees or more for three hours during outdoor events.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule (e.g. more than 8 hours a day).

Nice To Haves

Preferred - Master's degree in athletic training.
Preferred - Prior expereince as an Athletic Trainer
Preferred - Athletic Training Board Certification of Board of Certification (BOC).

Responsibilities

Prepares age and prognosis appropriate prevention, treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of the physician.
Performs on-field immediate care for injury, recommending physician or therapy follow up.
Maintains injury log per contractual agreement and documents per policy and procedure manual.
Maintains state license and certification.
Assists in the day-to-day operations.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.