Athletic Trainer

This position operates in a college or professional setting, works independently with an assigned Primary team, while also supporting a Secondary team and the larger Sports Medicine team for all athletes. This part-time role supports the Raiderettes professional team and is scheduled for approximately 12 hours per week.

About the Role

Provide medical coverage, both "on-the-field" and in the training room for injured athletes during practices and events. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with a professional sports entertainment team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include attending and supporting two team practices each week, as well as providing coverage at select games and special events throughout the season. Working hours are variable and unpredictable, adjusting to match the needs of the partner, including multiple days traveling, weekends, and late nights.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with NCAA or Professional League regulations/guidelines related to medical care, and state and federal regulations.
• Keep accurate documentation of insurance information of athletes, evaluations, referrals, and treatments administered.
• Carry out rehabilitation programs and protocols independently after an athlete or patient has been evaluated and a treatment plan has been established.
• Accountable for all care coordination, medical and rehabilitation navigation for team assignment until full return to sport.
• Assess and administer first aid to injured athletes during practices and sporting events, making appropriate physician referrals when needed.
• Oversee the operation of the training room, ensuring appropriate levels of supplies are maintained, maximal coverage is provided, and the training room maintains a professional atmosphere.
• Communicate effectively with coaches, school administration, parents, athletes, patients, physicians, and therapists, meeting all requirements for daily injury reporting status in compliance with NCAA or Professional League guidelines.
• Organize and present in-services, lectures, coaches conferences, seasonal physicals, sports camps, training, and educational opportunities as appropriate.
• Ensure proper return-to-play criteria are met before allowing participation by an athlete or patient, prioritizing their best interest.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager, including working on projects and committees for conference, league, or NCAA.

Requirements

• Two years’ experience working in a school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer.
• Current Athletic Trainer license in the states where you work.
• Credentialed as an Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience as an Athletic Trainer at a college, university, or with a professional team.
• Master’s degree in Athletic Training or related field.
• Four years of experience working in a school/community setting as an Athletic Trainer.
• Working knowledge of NCAA Independent or Professional League Medical Practice, NATA position statements, and EAP for venues.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication
• Team collaboration
• Process improvement
• Familiarity with computers (Microsoft, Excel, etc.)
• Patient engagement
• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Care planning

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions requiring verbal communication, hearing, and understanding spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergencies.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients, bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining/distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment.
• Navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.

Pay

The hourly range for this position is $29.43 - $45.39, dependent upon experience.

Schedule

This part-time position is scheduled for approximately 12 hours per week.

Location

Central Office - Las Vegas, Nevada