Athletic Trainer

Job Overview We have made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed – our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. That every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. This job plans, organizes and conducts the athletic trainer program based upon management direction and physicians’ evaluation and assessment. 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. Participates in in‑services and continuing education programs on athletic training procedures as well as in clinical education, research, and professional paper writing. Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in athletic training or related field. Preferred: Master’s degree in athletic training or related field. Work Experience Required: None. Certifications Current Athletic Trainer license in state of practice. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Athletic Training Board Certification of Board of Certification (BOC). (Preferred) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications. Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Ability to tolerate temperatures of 100 °F or more for three hours during outdoor events. Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule (e.g., more than 8 hours a day). Job Duties Prepares age- and prognosis‑appropriate prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation plans under the supervision of the physician. 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 respect for privacy, method of introduction, explanation of services, permission requests, and communication style. Performs other related duties as assigned. Physical and Environmental Demands Physical demands include occasional lifting of more than 100 pounds, frequent lifting of more than 50 pounds, and constant lifting of more than 20 pounds. Tasks may occur two‑to‑three times per week or more. The role requires walking or standing for a significant portion of the shift and may involve pushing or pulling objects. Exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue is minimal but may occur. The incumbent may work with patients who have communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms. Occupational risks include exposure to hazardous medications or waste. Equal Opportunity Statement The employer 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. Additional Information Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr