ASSISTANT ATHLETIC TRAINER

About the Department

The Sports Medicine Department at Northwestern State University, a Division I member of the NCAA and the Southland Conference, is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Athletic Trainer within the intercollegiate athletic department. 

To apply: Please send resume, letter of interest and complete contact information for three professional references to below address:

Brittany Pajuluoma, Associate Athletic Director of Sports Medicine, Senior Woman Administrator 
Northwestern State University Athletic Fieldhouse 
468 Caspari St. 
Natchitoches, LA 71497 
Emai: [email protected]

Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.

The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.

 

Notice of Non-Discrimination

(Full Disclosure)

Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Title IX Compliance and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email [email protected].

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and noticed that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University for facilities is the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in Room 128 Caspari Hall or  email [email protected]. For student academic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Crissey Smith (318-357-5460) located in Room 111 Watson Memorial Library or email [email protected]. For faculty/staff accommodations and services, contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email [email protected].

Position Duties

• Master's degree required 
• Candidates must be fully certified as an Athletic Trainer by the BOC by start of employment 
• Must become state licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners prior to start date 
• Experience at the college level preferred
  

Minimum Qualifications

The expected start date will be as soon as possible 
New graduates, and those preparing to graduate soon, are encouraged to apply
Sport assignments will include Men's Basketball and may include other duties during the off-season

Other Qualifications

ASSIGNED SPORT - 60% of Time

• Coverage of all games and practices. 
• Treatment and rehabilitation of injuries 
• Completing necessary documentation, not limited to injury reports, referrals, medical history, drug testing, and travel with the ·assigned sport.

ATHLETIC TRAINER DUTIES - 25% of Time

• Assist Head Athletic Trainer with daily operation of athletic training room
• Supervision of students, treatment of athletes, necessary documentation 

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES - 15% of Time

• Supervise the physician visits to the athletic training room. 
• Notification of athlete as to time and day of visit 
• Taking notes, assisting with physician visits, and informing Sports Medicine staff and appropriate coaching staff regarding results of the visit 
• Other duties as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer
  

Benefits

Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.

Agency Information

EmployerState of LouisianaAddress 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802 Phone(866) 783-5462
Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm