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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Athletic Trainer

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUAM Athletics - Ops - Training Room (Micki S Collins (00001728))

Work Location:

North Stadium Dormitory & Offices Building

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

The Core Values of LSU Athletics define who we are and what we do. They are: Excellence, Integrity, Authenticity, Perseverance, Respect, Equity, Growth, and Service. They are the support system that sustains our success. These values work together, constantly collaborating and combining to secure our future and drive our unending work to create transformational change – for our student-athletes, for our athletics community, and for the millions across the world who know and love these three letters.  Forever LSU.

Assistant Athletic Trainer

The Assistant Athletic Trainer position is an unclassified position responsible for the prevention, recognition, management, and rehabilitation of injuries incurred by athletes.  

Job Responsibilities

85% Provide daily medical coverage to the Swimming and Diving programs including: injury prevention, recognition and assessment, injury treatment and rehabilitation as well as referrals for athletic and non-athletic injuries and ailments, maintaining accurate records of injuries; Coordinate or provide transportation to medical appointments; maintain current knowledge base with regards to modes of rehabilitation and therapy; assist with Pre-Participation Exams; work collaboratively, Director of Sport Psychology and the Nutritionist in the thoughtful evaluation and referral to ADAP Services; serve as Medical Coordinator for any post-season Swimming and Diving regional and championship events hosted by LSU; assist in the evaluation and supervision of 3 Athletic training Students; assist in the evaluation and supervision of monthly rotation of 5-6 Pre-Professional Athletic Training Students assigned to the Swimming and Diving program.

10% Responsible for mentorship and supervision of 1 Intern Athletic Trainer overseeing the medical needs of the Swimming and Diving Program.  Assist them with issues related to medication, rehabilitation and illness as well as psychological wellness for the student-athletes; serve as mentor and supervising Preceptor for approximately 2 athletic training students working with the Swimming and Diving Program;  attend home Swimming and Diving matches as requested; keep in direct communication with Head Coach, Assistant Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach.

5% Advances and supports LSU and Athletics Department initiatives through personal participation in educational and developmental opportunities, as well as participation in the transformational culture consistent with the values of LSU and its Athletics Department; Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree; Two years experience in athletic training at the collegiate or professional level; NATA Certified for at least 1 year and eligibility for Louisiana state licensure; CPR/AED Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with a D1 Swimming and Diving program

Special or Physical Qualifications

Ability to work extended days, weekends, and holidays.  Travel is required. Light work with some physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds, but rarely moving more than 25 to 50 pounds. Due to the nature of the position and/or position responsibilities, this position shall be subject to drug/alcohol testing in accordance with University PS-67.  Pre-employment drug screen and physical are required.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please provide three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

Posting Date:

January 28, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSU is designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu.  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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