ATHLETIC TRAINER (26306)

ATHLETIC TRAINER

US COAST GUARD ACADEMY 

ABOUT US:

Laredo Technical Services, Inc. provides staffing services to federal Government agencies all over the world.   LTSI connects the right opportunity to the right people.  With our experience in placing our Team Members throughout the United States and overseas, we excel at providing experienced, professional personnel for a wide range of Professional and Office Administration as well as Medical services. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of professionals in the industry.

LTSI’s culture delivers a strong work ethic while going above and beyond with a sense of urgency. We are the employee-driven company.  We strive for excellence every day, which is what sets us apart from all the other government contractors. Our strong work ethic, sense of urgency and commitment to going above and beyond for our clients is what we value most!  

As a Certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that provides a broad range of administrative, project management, and medical staffing support services, we are also honored to be a Member of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), and we encourage military spouses to apply for any of our positions for which they feel they are qualified.

JOB TITLE:  Athletic Trainer

GOVERNMENT AGENCY & LOCATION:

United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA)

31 Mohegan Ave Pkwy 

New London, Connecticut 06320

POSITION INFORMATION:  This is a full-time position at the United States Coast Guard Academy.  The United States Coast Guard Academy (USCGA) is one of four Armed Forces Academies of the United States.  The Academy’s four-year college-level training and education fulfills mission needs by providing commissioned officers for the United States Coast Guard (USCG). USCGA provides a rigorous undergraduate program, from which cadets graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission as an Ensign in the USCG.  USCGA is located in New London, CT and supports an NCAA Division III athletic program that includes 25 sports and 4 four-chartered clubs with over 600 student-athletes. USCGA competes in the New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conferences.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Athletic Trainers support the USCGA’s Health and Physical Education (HPE) curriculum, varsity teams, and club sports
• Athletic Trainers will provide a full range of services including:
  • Performing injury prevention and mitigation
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Athletic performance optimization for cadets during training
  • HPE programming
  • Onsite and offsite competitions and practice events
• Know and apply rehabilitation therapy for sports injuries independent of supervision
• Perform diagnostic examinations and deliver treatments to cadet patients who have suffered an injury or with any condition that is limiting athletic performance
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans when indicated to include preventive services and mandated medical follow-up instructions
• Prepare timely treatment records and reports documenting procedures performed and care provided
• Refer patients to their primary care manager when indicated
• Furnish consultation and reports as well as services specialized to meet the needs of cadets
• Advise and consult with physical therapists, medical officers, and training division staff (when necessary) through the Head Trainer
• Manage and direct treatments of sports injuries to include but not limited to cryocuff, moist heat packs, ultrasound, hydrotherapy, and electrical stimulation
• Provide preventive taping and use of numerous protective orthotic devices
• Provide evaluation, prevention, and treatment to include teaching patients progressive therapeutic exercises to restore the patient to pre-injury status
• Support concussion protocols and baseline testing for concussion protocols
• From time to time perform administrative, storekeeping, and cleaning tasks within the work area, as necessary
• Provide consultations to patients in a virtual format when restrictions prevent in-person interactions
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sports Medicine from an accredited College or University, with a minimum of one year experience as an Athletic Trainer
• A current unrestricted license to practice Athletic Trainer Services in Connecticut
• Shall maintain current certification as required for membership in the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)
• Have and maintain certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) for the Health Care Provider by the American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI), or the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP)
• “No adverse information on file” with the National Practitioners Data Bank (NPDB)
• The Athletic Trainer shall be physically capable of performing all athletic training services

POSITION TIMING:   Immediate hire upon completion of all Security requirements and background checks.

BENEFITS: 

• Competitive salary based on experience and technical qualifications
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Disability & Life Insurance

11 Paid Federal Holidays including:

• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
• Presidents Birthday
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Columbus Day
• Veterans Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day

SALARY:  $68,00.00 - $70,000.00/yr

Laredo Technical Services, Inc. (LTSi) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants and employees.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

LTSi is committed to ensuring an accessible online application process for all individuals, including those with disabilities.  We offer alternative application methods for candidates who are unable to complete the online application due to a disability or other need for accommodation. LTSi complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam-Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, and other relevant state and local laws.  If you need assistance with an application due to a disability, please contact hr@laredotechnical.com.

Salary : $6,800 - $70,000