Athletic Trainer

Job Summary

Provide medical services to Lamar University student-athletes under the direction of the Assistant Athletic Director of Student Athlete Health & Wellness and team physicians. Must have the ability to make independent decisions in the following areas: injury assessment, injury referrals, injury care management, return to play, emergency care, communication, and administration. This position requires the ability to work with the athletic training staff, strength and conditioning staff, sport coaches, athletic administration, team physicians, and various departments across campus. This position may require you to work nontraditional hours, including early morning, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Some travel is required. This job is not suitable for remote work.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist the team Physician and Assistant Athletic Director of Student Athlete Health & Wellness in injury recognition, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of the student-athlete. Accurately maintain all records and reports (physical examinations, injury records, physician notes, treatment & rehabilitation notes, insurance claims, etc.)
• Supervise assistant/graduate assistant athletic trainers and serve as a clinical preceptor for graduate/undergraduate level athletic training students.
• Assist in policy & procedure updates in accordance with NCAA recommendations.
• Oversee and maintain the satellite sports medicine facility.
• Departmental inventory, ordering, and budget updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in athletic training or related field. 0-2 years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer providing health care for intercollegiate and/or professional athletes. Eligible for Texas Athletic Training License. Current Board of Certification (BOC) and CPR/AED Certifications.

Desired Qualifications: Advanced certifications in adjunct allied health specialties or demonstrated advanced clinical skill set. Prior experience providing healthcare services to the assigned sport. Strong organization, administrative, and communication skills.