Athletic Trainer - PRN - New Orleans, LA

Job Summary 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. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training (required). Master’s degree in Athletic Training (preferred). Work Experience: None required. Certifications: Current Athletic Trainer License in state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 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 ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Must tolerate temperatures of 100°F 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 but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions 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. 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. Heavy lifting of more than 100 lbs occasionally and/or 50 lbs frequently is required. Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (more than 8 hours a day). Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity. Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid. There is no occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health