What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Athletic Trainer, LAFC 2 position at Los Angeles Football Club?
OVERVIEW
The Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) is an MLS soccer club serving the greater Los Angeles area. LAFC is dedicated to building a world-class soccer club that represents the diversity of Los Angeles and is committed to delivering an unrivaled experience for fans. LAFC's ownership group is comprised of local leaders and innovators of industry with intellectual capital, financial prowess, operations expertise, and success in the fields of entertainment, sports, technology, and media. LAFC is invested in the world's game and Los Angeles, constructing, and developing the 22,000 seat BMO Stadium and a top-flight training center on the campus of Cal-State Los Angeles.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Athletic Trainer aides the LAFC 2 and Academy Athletic Trainers in managing the day-to-day sports medicine operations for LAFC 2 and additional players in the LAFC Academy. They will serve as the primary rehabilitation resource for both LAFC 2 and the U18 level of the LAFC Academy. In this capacity, the Assistant Athletic Trainer provides injury prevention strategies, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for players' medical problems. This role will work in collaboration with all LAFC medical, performance staff, and under the direction and supervision of the LAFC 2 Athletic Trainer.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Directly coordinate and implement rehabilitation efforts for LAFC 2 and the U18 level of the LAFC Academy, assisting when necessary for other levels.
- Collaborates to manage the healthcare and safety of players including, but not limited to : first aid and emergency care, on-site injury evaluation, application of appropriate modalities, development of rehabilitation and prevention programs, as well as conducting rehabilitation and making medical referrals, including all pertinent best practices with regards to the care of minors when applicable.
- Maintain a complete and up to date roster of player health and participation records in the electronic medical record (EMR) system provided by the League.
- Assist in coverage for all training sessions and matches.
- Keep athletic training room and clinic area safe, clean, and organized.
- Comply with all MLS medical policies and protocols.
- Comply with OSHA standards with regards to blood borne pathogens.
- Attend all activities / meetings / programs as required by the League.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
SALARY RANGE
At LAFC, we carefully consider a wide range of factors to determine a fair and equitable compensation package. The final offer amount will consider a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to skill sets; relevant experience and training. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure guidelines, the overall range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 per year.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
LAFC strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
