Work Study - Assistant Athletic Trainer

University of Wyoming; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 11,020 - 13,776; Full time

Job summary

University of Wyoming is seeking an Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Football program at the High Altitude Performance Center. This on-campus role assists the football-certified staff with sports medicine functions and daily clinic operations.

Candidate must be a currently enrolled UW student, eligible for work-study, and possess a valid driver’s license. The position requires flexible weekday afternoon/evening hours and occasional travel with the team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled at the University of Wyoming as a student.
• Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.
• Valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with Driving for University Business SAP.

Responsibilities

• Assist Certified Athletic Trainers with set-up and tear down of athletic team practices and events.
• Help with the daily operations of the athletic training room under supervision of staff certified athletic trainers.
• Provide on-going hydration and athletic observation during athletic practices and events.
• Assist with Athletic Training room maintenance, inventory and cleaning.
• Occasional travel with team to away contests for game-day assistance as assigned.
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Lift 25+ pounds

Flexible schedule

Evenings/weekends availability

Education

Student at University of Wyoming

Eligible for work study

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Assistant Athletic Trainer - Football

Department: Front line support for UW student-athletes while competing in their sport while gaining professional relationships and knowledge of various sports, first aid care, and general sports medicine knowledge/exposure. This position serves University of Wyoming student athletes

Job location: High Altitude Performance Center

Pay rate: $9.00/Hour

Job purpose: Assist University of Wyoming Football Certified Athletic Training Staff with Sports Medicine Functions

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Assist Certified Athletic Trainers with set-up and tear down of athletic team practices and events
• Help with the daily operations of the athletic training room under supervision of staff certified athletic trainers
• Provide on-going hydration and athletic observation during athletic practices and events
• Assist with Athletic Training room maintenance, inventory and cleaning
• Occasional travel with team to away contests for game-day assistance as assigned
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum qualifications

• Currently enrolled at the University of Wyoming as a student
• Must be eligible, have received and accepted work study award through Student Financial Aid for the applicable semester and/or academic year.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP.

Desired qualifications

• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to consistently lift 25 or more pounds at a time with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to be present most weekday afternoons and early evenings
• Able to carry supplies and maintain communication and focus for 2-3 hours at a time with or without reasonable accommodations
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings and holidays
• Ability to pay attention to detail and to work both independently or under supervision.

Educational benefits applicable to careers

Experience with Exercise Science/Kinesiology immersion; First Aid Skill; Critical Thinking Skills; Fast-Paced Working Environment

Majors most-related to the position: Kinesiology / Biology / Any and All Medical Professions

Required application materials

• Cover letter
• Resume or C.V.

Work location

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work and perform essential job functions on campus, understanding our location is at 7,220 feet above sea level.

HIRING STATEMENT / EEO

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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 contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [e-mail].