What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletic Trainer, Asst - Sports Medicine position at UW Candidate Experience?
JOB TITLE:
Assistant Athletic Trainer
JOB PURPOSE:
The University of Wyoming, a Division I member of the NCAA and a member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC), has a full-time, fully benefited position for an Assistant Athletic Trainer. Primary sports coverage would be dependent on applicant experience and institutional need as assigned by the Directors of Sports Medicine. The successful candidate will be a person of integrity with high ethical standards and exhibit a strict adherence to NCAA, MWC, University and departmental rules regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for athletic education/instruction, prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of student-athletes for assigned programs.
- Supervises, teaches and advises athletic training students and interns assigned to his/her sport with the guidelines established by the Co-Directors of Sports Medicine.
- Maintains and organizes the Athletic Training Rooms and participates in the planning and development.
- Maintains medical, insurance and rehabilitation records according to established policies of the Co-Directors of Sports Medicine and the Primary Care Physician/Medical Director. Assists with the collection and filing of insurance claims.
- Follows the policies and procedures for the athletic training staff and facilities as established by the Director of Sports Medicine and appropriate team physicians.
- Maintains CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain certification through NATA.
- Provides the Head Coach of assigned team sports with injury reports regarding the status of injured student-athletes. This report shall be submitted to the Head Coach via an established schedule (e.g., daily, weekly, etc.).
- Assists the Co-Directors of Sports Medicine, as directed, with the Substance Abuse Program.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, conference and
- NCAA rules and regulations.
- Assists with other duties/projects as assigned/directed.
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States, as sponsorship for work authorization or work visas is not available for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor's degree in athletic training, health science, or related field required. Must be completed prior to the anticipated start date.
- Current Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC) and CPR/AED certifications and eligibility for Wyoming state licensure required.
- Valid Driver's License with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy Found at: http://www.uwyo.edu/auxserv/fleet/Official-Vehicle-Policy/OVP.pdf required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in athletic training, health science, or related field preferred.
- One-year post-graduate professional experience.
- Experience with upper extremity intensive sports.
- Experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.
- Experience working with coaches and student-athletes of all genders.
- Experience with soft tissue mobilization (e.g. Trigger Point Massage, Dry Needling, IASTM)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references. This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 12/2/2024 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
