Supervisor - Athletic Training Program- Baton Rouge

Athletic Trainer Coordinator

We've 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. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job coordinates the day to day program operations of the athletic trainers; plans and organizes coverage for all contracted events; assumes responsibility for ensuring vacation coverage and oversight of trainers' monthly work hours; prepares reports for review while ensuring reimbursements are submitted in a timely manner; and provides recommendations for staff development. Prepares age and diagnosis appropriate treatment under the supervision of the physician, and performs on-field immediate care for injury, recommending physician or therapy follow up.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Preferred- Master's degree in Athletic Training

Work Experience

Required - 8 years experience as an Athletic Trainer

Additional degrees, business training experience and/or certifications may be combined to meet minimum qualifications

Certifications

Required - Current Athletic Trainer License in state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Preferred - Athletic Training Board Certification of BOC

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to tolerate temperature of 100 degrees or more for three hours during outdoor events.
• Ability to work flexible schedule and extended shifts as required.

Job Duties

• Provides effective supervisory/management support.
• Serves as a liaison between the Athletic Training program, schools/club sports and the Sports Medicine clinic.
• Coordinates the human resource and compliance needs of the program.
• Collaborates with the development representative to market the Athletic Training program and coordinate community events.
• Prepares age and prognosis appropriate treatment under the supervision of the physician/advanced practice clinician, and performs on-field immediate care for injury, recommending physician or therapy follow up.
• Assumes responsibility for self development.
• 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.

This employer maintains and complies with its 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.

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.