Athletic Training Assistant — Clinic & Surgical Support

American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in Lafayette, LA seeks a Sports Medicine Assistant to support patient care in a clinical and operative setting. The role involves wound care, gait training, patient education and coordination with physicians across outpatient services.

The position requires a Bachelor's in allied health including athletic training, plus several years of athletic training experience; a Master's in athletic training with related experience is an alternative.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in allied health field, including athletic training.
• 36 months experience as an athletic trainer.
• Master's degree in athletic training with 12 months experience (alternative).

Responsibilities

• Performs therapeutic procedures such as wound care, crutch and gait training and instructs patients on exercise.
• Assists physician with evaluation, documentation, treatment, education, and care coordination for patients in clinic setting.
• Assists with surgery coordination, positioning, draping, and intraoperative patient care for surgeons.
• Performs research and quality improvement projects.
• Schedules appointments for diagnostic examinations and physical therapy based on physician's orders.

Education

Bachelor's degree in allied health field, including athletic training

36 months experience as an athletic trainer

Master's degree in athletic training and 12 months experience

Job description

Ochsner Clinic Foundation in Lafayette, LA seeks a Sports Medicine Assistant to support patient care in a clinical and operative setting. The role involves wound care, gait training, patient education and coordination with physicians across outpatient services.

The position requires a Bachelor's in allied health including athletic training, plus several years of athletic training experience; a Master's in athletic training with related experience is an alternative.