Athletic Trainer: On-Field Care & Rehab Lead

Ochsner Health System; Shreveport (LA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Shreveport, Louisiana, is seeking an Athletic Trainer to plan, organize, and conduct the athletic trainer program under physician guidance. The role includes on-field care, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, plus keeping logs and maintaining licensure.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in athletic training and a current state license; BLS is required and a BOC certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in athletic training is required.
• Master's degree in athletic training is preferred.
• Current Athletic Trainer license in state of practice is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• BOC certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares age- and prognosis-appropriate prevention, treatment and rehabilitation under physician supervision.
• Performs on-field immediate care for injuries and provides follow-up as advised.
• Maintains injury logs per contract and documents per policy and procedure manual.
• Maintains state license and certification.
• Assists in day-to-day operations and participates in program development.
• Adapts approach to patient population, respecting privacy and communication styles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Athletic training

Communication skills

On-field care

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in athletic training

Master's degree in athletic training (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Shreveport, Louisiana, is seeking an Athletic Trainer to plan, organize, and conduct the athletic trainer program under physician guidance. The role includes on-field care, injury prevention, treatment and rehabilitation, plus keeping logs and maintaining licensure.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in athletic training and a current state license; BLS is required and a BOC certification is preferred.