Athletic Trainer (Football & Olympic Sport)

Essential Functions of the Job:

1. Assists with the prevention, assessment, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries to student-athletes in all sports programs. (70%)

2. Assists with arrangements for injury and illness treatment by team physicians or other physicians as necessary. (10%)

3. Assists with the maintenance of complete, accurate and detailed medical records for all student athlete injuries. (5%)

4. Assists in coordinating the master schedule of athletic training room staff and coverage. (5%)

5. Assists in directing or directs sport camps as requested or required. (5%)

6. Performs other duties as requested or required, whether or not specifically mentioned in this job description. (5%)

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and BOC certification

• Louisiana-LSBME licensure at date of hire

• Current CPR/First Aid/Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Certification

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to interact effectively with coaches, administrators, student athletes and vendors

• Extremely organized, self-starter, intrinsically motivated

• Strong organizational, management and leadership skills

• Proven ability to multi-task effectively

• Ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines

• Proficient computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets

• Availability to work flexible work schedule including nights and weekends

• Travel with sport teams for away contests

• Thorough knowledge of NCAA and American conference rules and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree

• Two years’ experience as a certified athletic trainer (NATABOC)

• Previous Athletic Training Experience in Division I Intercollegiate Athletics

NCAA Related:  Ensures that all Department of Athletics and University related activities operate in full compliance with university, conference and NCAA rules and regulations. Attends and participates in scheduled compliance seminars and complies with all the Athletic Department’s efforts to monitor compliance with NCAA regulations.  Seeks interpretations from the compliance staff before acting when necessary.  Reports potential rules violations immediately.  Completes required compliance paperwork in a timely and efficient manner.  Monitors all of their areas and/or programs activities closely to maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations. 

In order to be considered for this position, applicants are required to apply for IRC32621 via the Tulane University employment website (https://jobs.tulane.edu/position/IRC32621).  The position closes on May 25, 2025.

Please Note: Tulane University has officially adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy, which includes the requirement of a booster when eligible. All employees and visiting faculty must be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccination or obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption prior to beginning employment.

Tulane University is an EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.