Athletic Trainer - Events

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Athletic Trainer, where you will provide essential training services at diverse athletic events. This role offers the chance to work alongside a dynamic team of sports medicine professionals, delivering injury evaluations, rehabilitation, and nutrition advice. Enjoy an excellent benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth, including health insurance, paid time off, and tuition benefits. If you are passionate about athletic training and want to make a difference in the lives of athletes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Benefits

Flexible Schedules

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer preferred.
• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association required.

Responsibilities

• Provide per diem Athletic Training services at various athletic events.
• Evaluate injuries and coordinate athlete care with medical professionals.

Skills

Athletic Training

Injury Evaluation

Rehabilitation

Nutrition Advice

Coordination with Medical Professionals

Education

Undergraduate Degree in Athletic Training

Master's Degree in healthcare, athletic training, education, or business

Job description

Work Schedule:

Per Diem. Hours are variable based on athletic event schedules and need for backfill with Athletic Training Room hours.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking an Athletic Trainer - Events to:

• Provide per diem Athletic Training services to a broad variety of area athletic events varying from youth through adult, from amateur to professional, and from individual games to tournaments.
• Optional Athletic Training Room coverage with area high school Athletic Training Rooms when the school’s assigned staff is unavailable.
• Provide services including, but not limited to, injury evaluations, rehabilitation, nutrition advice, coverage of athletic competitions, and coordinating athlete care with other medical professionals, guardians, and coaches.
• Work with a dynamic group of Sports Medicine professionals including sports medicine physicians, surgeons, physical therapists, performance specialists, nutritionists, sports psychologists, orthopedists, nurses, medical assistants, and a host of other medical professionals.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave, and adoption assistance. Full-time benefits for part-time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree in Athletic Training Required
• Master's Degree in healthcare, athletic training, education, or business Preferred

Work Experience:

• 3 years of experience as an Athletic Trainer in the applicable setting Preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification Required
• Licensed Athletic Trainer in State of WI. UW Health may allow a one-month grace period to obtain a license in extenuating circumstances. No patient care will be performed within the grace period Required
• Outreach - Valid driver’s license for use in Wisconsin and current auto insurance Required
• Certification in specialty area of practice Preferred

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives, and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.