Assistant Athletic Trainer
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
LA, LA
Job Type
Full-Time
Division
Athletics
Job Number
01086
Control Number
7893
Description
Benefits
Job Summary
The purpose of the Assistant Athletic Trainer job is to ensure University
assets are protected through adherence to applicable external and internal
regulations and appropriate external representation of ULM Athletics.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the supervision and coordination of the overall sports medicine
program. Sport assignment to be determined - injury prevention,
evaluation, management and treatment of athletic injuries, short and long-
term rehabilitation of athletic injuries, education, and counseling of
student-athletes
Assist in athletic related health care administration in consultation with
and under the supervision of the Team Physician(s) and other qualified
medical personnel
Provide athletic training services for the athletic department as directed
by the Senior Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, the
Assistant Director of Sports Medicine, and Team Physician(s), including
attendance at scheduled team practices, home and away competitions
Determine, along with consultation from the Team Physician(s), Senior
Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, and the Assistant
Director of Sports Medicine, the student athlete's ability to practice
and/or compete
Report the status of injured student-athletes to coaching staff, Senior
Associate Athletic Director for Sports Medicine, and the Assistant
Director of Sports Medicine.
Supervise and mentor Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainers that cover
specified sports
Assist with compilation, input, organization, and maintenance of medical
records for student-athletes
Assist with inventory, bidding, ordering, receiving, and maintenance of
all athletic training room supplies and equipment
Enforce code of conduct and rules for athletic training facilities and
equipment
Follow emergency action plan for athletic teams in conjunction with Team
Physicians, area emergency medical services, and local hospitals
Work alongside strength and conditioning staff regarding strength,
conditioning, and flexibility of student-athletes, nutritional issues,
supplements/ergogenic aids, injury prevention, exercise techniques, and
rehabilitation of injured of student-athletes
Assist in the scheduling and administration of student-athlete's physical
examinations, doctor visits, MRI, and/or other various outsource testing
Share in responsibility of athletic training room maintenance and upkeep
Maintain certification/license requirements of NATABOC and the State of
Louisiana
Have and maintain a thorough knowledge and commitment to compliance with
all ULM, NCAA, and Sun Belt Conference rules and regulations
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Director for
Sports Medicine and the Assistant Director of Sports Medicine
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training or related field is required;
master's degree preferred; collegiate experience preferred
NATABOC Certification required
Eligibility of Louisiana State Licensure by the Louisiana State Board of
Medical Examiners is required
Strong oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of communication and marketing best practices
Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks and details
effectively
Ability to effectively interact with a wide variety of constituencies
Must maintain a thorough knowledge of NCAA, Sun Belt, and ULM rules and
regulations
Ability to meet established deadlines
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook)
Demonstrated commitment to inclusion, community, diversity, and gender
equity.
Must demonstrate an appreciation of university culture and tradition.
Employees are eligible for a full benefits package (health, dental, vision,
life, retirement, leave, etc.) ULM offers a wide range of employee benefits.
Read here for more information regarding benefits.
Agency
University of Louisiana Monroe
Address
700 University Avenue
Monroe, Louisiana, 71209
Phone
318-342-5140
Website
https:// www. ulm.edu
