Athletic Trainer

Louisiana State University Agricultural Center

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • $55,000-60,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title: Athletic TrainerPosition Type: Professional / UnclassifiedDepartment: LSUE Chancellor - Department of Athletics (John J Willis (00011318))Work Location: 0105O Classroom Community Education BuildingPay Grade: ProfessionalJob Description:Provide LSUE with the following services at specified practices, games, events, and tournaments: Prevention, evaluation, and treatment of injuries incurred by student athletes, participating in specified school sponsored athletic programs. Accurate and up to date medical record keeping regarding injuries and correspondence with appropriate physicians.15% Injury prevention through the use of proper technique instructions, of devices such as tape and braces, event venue EAP's and policies & procedures to ensure athlete safety.20% On site care and management of injuries and illnesses including evaluation,
treatment, and if necessary, referral to the proper health care professional.20% Coordinate and implement injury prevention and rehabilitation programs that are customized to each patient.5% Develop a manual for athletic training room, procedures, injury reporting, medical records, mid physician referral tracking.5% Develop and implement an injury recording and medical record keeping procedure.5% Coordinate and implement baseline concussion testing for all student athletes.20% Provide athletic training services to team practices with teams in season taking priority, home competitions for sports in season taking priority, championship and tournament events hosted by school, and injury assessment and/or treatment when necessary.10% establish and maintain an open line of communication between the athletic trainer and coaching staff, athletic trainer and physician, and athletic trainer and student athletes. Create a trusting environment and safe location for student athletes to receive medical, mental, and physical assessment and evaluation.Salary: $55,000.00-$60,000.00Minimum Qualifications:Masters DegreeAthletic Training ExperiencePreferred Qualifications:Master of Science in Athletic Training.Additional Job Description:Special Requirements: As with all LSUE employees, there is an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center. In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.Competencies: NoneSpecial Instructions: Athletic TrainerPosting Date: March 26, 2024Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Essential Position (Y/N):LSUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:Louisiana State University Eunice adheres to the principle of equal education, employment, and promotion opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, handicap, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The University is dedicated to the philosophy of providing opportunity for full participation and representation in all segments of its operation to every individual who possesses the required training and experience. LSUE is also designated as a agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.The University will provide equal opportunity for all qualified and qualifiable persons and will promote the realization of equal opportunity through positive, continuing training programs in all applicable departments. This policy of equal opportunity applies to everyone and is regulated by the requirements of the University's Affirmative Action Plan; Louisiana Executive Order 13, dated 24 September 1965; and 11375, dated 13 October 1967, as amended; Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972; and Title IX of the Higher Education Act of 1972. The University has designated an individual to coordinate the campus' nondiscrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title VI, VII, IX, and Section 504. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX Coordinator, LSU Eunice, P.O. Box 1129, Eunice, LA 70535, (337) 550-1202.HCM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSUE Human Resources Management Office at 337-550-1222 or emailed at .

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