Assistant Athletic Trainer

Assists with aspects of the Department's Sports Medicine Program for a specific school or team. This position is outreach focused, with some travel required. This will be a part-time, as needed variable schedule which could involve some nights and weekends. You will be sent to a local school or similar organization who has a contract with the University for Trainer services.•Proficiency in emergency management of athletic injuries
•Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, coaches, athletes, parents, and peers

SPECIAL REQUIRED ABILITY FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Ability to complete and pass successfully the required occupational health screening referenced in the University's Animal Handler Health Surveillance Program on an annual basis.

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG SCREENING FOR INCUMBENTS WHO HAVE CONTACT OR EXPOSURE TO ANIMALS OR ANIMAL TISSUES:

Selected candidates must complete and pass a background check and an occupational health screening as a condition of employment. For identified jobs, a drug screening will also be required. The background investigation, required occupational health screening, and any required drug screening will be conducted after a conditional employment offer has been extended.
•NATABOC Certification.
•Louisiana-LSBME Licensure at date of hire.

•Bachelor's Degree.
•Master's Degree
•Prior experience as an Athletic Trainer