Athletic Trainer - Collegiate

Lake Charles Memorial Health System

Date: 9 hours ago
City: Lake Charles, Louisiana
Contract type: Full time
Description Of Position

  • The Athletic Trainer is a member of the Sports Medicine outreach team. In this capacity they have a responsibility to the organizations for the evaluations, treatment, rehabilitation, and medical referral to a consultant. Their primary patients are athletes and individuals associated with athletic programs.

Supervision- Reports directly to Director LA Sports Medicine Alliance

Responsibilities And Duties

  • Demonstrates proper taping, strapping, bracing, and fitting of athletic equipment.
  • Develops training programs and routines designed to improve athletic performance on the play area.
  • Ability to accurately evaluate and assess the injury to ensure proper treatment if needed.
  • Carries out all prescribed treatments and recommendations by the team/program/event physician.
  • Cover assigned pre-season physicals, sports games or matches, and related events under the supervision of the program manager.
  • Communicate with parents, athletic coaches, etc., recommendations for handling aspects of care relating to athletic injuries.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Education And Work Experience

  • A degree in Athletic Training from an institution accredited by CAATE; NATA Certified; Louisiana licensure.
  • 1-2 years in athletic training setting preferred.
  • CPR certified; Current Louisiana Athletic Trainer license; Annual CEU requirement; Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English; Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills; Ability to communicate orally and in written form. Must be detail oriented.
  • Requires emotional stability and maturity; Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; Exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Must be team oriented with strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

  • Must be able to assist with or transfer athletes of various weights/heights, push carts with athletic equipment on them.
  • Must be able to carry water coolers, athletic training kit, etc. up to 50 pounds.
  • May be required to stand for long periods of time.
  • Must have good mobility skills and be able to walk long distances.
  • Must demonstrate ability to communicate to give adequate directions and instructions to subordinates.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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