Assistant Athletic Trainer

Provide treatment and prevention techniques for athletic injuries; promote safety in intercollegiate competition.

Position Specific Responsibilities / Accountabilities

Assist with evaluating and treating athletic injuries; consult with a physician and the Director of Sports Medicine.

Design and implement a rehabilitation program for injured athletes.

Proven ability to meet multiple demands in a high-volume, fast-paced clinical environment.

Strong written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills with accuracy and attention to detail.

Proven ability to work independently, prioritize, and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Administer emergency first aid to student-athletes.

Assist in supervising the Intern Athletic Trainer Program.

Prepare student-athletes for practice and competition using standard athletic training techniques.

Give student-athletes nutritional guidance, as needed.

Perform administrative tasks, as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.

Represent LMU within the fan, booster, and alumni communities and at professional organizations or associations, serve on committees as required.

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Provide injury updates to respected coaches as needed.

Provide updates to coaches on injury reports and rehabilitation plans and progress as required.

Set-up appointments for student athletes with the Student Health Center as well as associated Team Physicians as needed.

Monitor, review and verify injury reports and medical records and take appropriate action as required.

Ensure proper maintenance and confidentiality of all medical records and follow insurance processing and procedures.

NCAA, Conference, and University Rules Compliance :

• Conduct all aspects of program in accordance with the rules and policies established by Loyola Marymount University, the Athletics Department, all Sports Conference Affiliations, and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
• Complete all rules compliance information as required.
• Participate in an annual evaluation of adherence to rules compliance (LMU, Athletic Department, Sports Conference Affiliations, NCAA) with immediate supervisor.
• Effectively communicate with student-athletes, coaches, and administration.
• Understand and evaluate athletic related injuries and use standard athletic trainer’s methods for treatment.
• Must have knowledge of physical therapy techniques; medical terminology as it relates to follow-up care; human physiology and anatomy as it related to athletic performance;

and knowledge of simple card filing systems.

Requisite Qualifications

Typically a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution in athletic training, kinesiology, physical education or health-related major course of study.

Minimum two years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer in a high school or college environment.

NATA, CPR / AED, and First Aid Certification. All in good standing with the National Athletic Trainer’s Board of Certification.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

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Salary range

$66,560.00 - $75,200.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society.

LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.

We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)