Assistant Athletic Trainer- Track and Field

This position has been filled - Job#: 453379254

Job Summary

Job Description

• Primary sports coverage will be for the Track and Field and Cross Country programs.
• May include coverage of other sports as assigned by the Director of Sports Medicine.
• Person of integrity with high ethical standards and exhibit a strict adherence to NCAA, Conference, University and departmental rules regulations.  

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.
• 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 Director 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.
• Maintains CPR/AED/First Aid certifications and participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain certifications.
• Provides the Head Coach of assigned team sports with injury reports regarding the status of injured student-athletes.
• Assists the Director of Sports Medicine with the Substance Abuse Program.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of and adheres to all applicable University, Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications 

• A Master’s degree in athletic training, health science, or related field required. Must be completed or anticipated prior to start date.
• Current National Athletic Trainer’s Board of Certification (NATABOC) and CPR/AED certifications and eligibility for Wyoming state licensure required.
• Two years post-certification professional experience.
• Valid Driver's License with a motor vehicle record that is compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.

Preferred Qualifications 

• A minimum of 2+ years post-graduate professional experience.
• Experience with collegiate track and field and cross country.
• Experience with overuse injuries.
• Experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.
• Experience working with male and female coaches and student-athletes.
• Experience with instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization.
• Experience with EMR and injury tracking software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.