Athletic Trainer- High School

Ochsner Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Baton Rouge is seeking an Athletic Trainer I to manage and conduct the athletic trainer program. Key responsibilities include preparing and implementing treatment plans, maintaining patient injury logs, and coordinating care with physicians. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, a current state license, and BLS certification, with a preference for those holding dual licenses in Louisiana and Mississippi. This is a full-time position with a potential sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Required: Current Athletic Trainer License in the state of practice.
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: Dual license in Louisiana and Mississippi.
• Master's degree in Athletic Training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment and rehabilitation under supervision.
• Perform immediate care for injuries and recommend follow-ups.
• Maintain an injury log and document as per policy.
• Assist in day-to-day operations and adapt behavior to the patient population.
• Assist in day-to-day operations.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population and explain services clearly.

Skills

Computer skills

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Ability to tolerate high temperatures

Team collaboration

Stamina for outdoor events

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree in Athletic Training

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

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 assumes responsibility for and plans, organizes and conducts the athletic trainer program based upon management direction and physician’s evaluation and assessment. The Athletic Trainer I 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. The Athletic Trainer I participates in in-services and continuing education programs on athletic training procedures as well as in clinical education, research, and professional paper writing.

Up to a $15,000 sign on bonus (external candidates)

Full Time

Location: Baton Rouge (High School)

Responsibilities

• Prepare age- and prognosis-appropriate prevention, treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of the physician/advanced practice clinician.
• Perform on-field immediate care for injury, recommending physician or therapy follow up.
• Maintain injury log per contractual agreement and document per policy and procedure manual.
• Maintain state license and certification.
• Assist in day-to-day operations.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including privacy, introduction to the patient, explanation of services or procedures, and communication style.

Education

Required - Bachelor\'s degree in Athletic Training

Preferred - Master\'s degree in Athletic Training

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current Athletic Trainer License in state of practice

Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Preferred - Dual license in Louisiana and Mississippi.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must be able to tolerate temperature of 100 degrees or more for three hours during outdoor events.

Job Duties

• Prepares age- and prognosis-appropriate prevention, treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of the physician/advanced practice clinician.
• 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 privacy, introduction to the patient, explanation of services or procedures, and communication style.

Other related duties as required. 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.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System 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.

Ochsner 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.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. more than 8 hours a day).
• Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity.

There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

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