Athletic Trainer

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• Generous Retirement Contributions: The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary, and you contribute 3.68%, totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan. 
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage: Enjoy access to medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions, that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs. 
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JOB TITLE:  

Athletic Trainer

JOB PURPOSE:   

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.  

The University of Wyoming, a Division I member of the NCAA and a member of the Mountain West Conference (MWC), has two (2) full-time, fully benefited positions for an Athletic Trainer.  Primary sports coverage would be for:

1. Women’s Basketball
2. Women’s Soccer

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.  

This position may be upgraded to the Associate Athletic Trainer level commensurate with applicable experience and qualifications.

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• A Master’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. Must be completed prior to the anticipated start date.
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the Driving for University Business SAP. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Two-years post-graduate professional experience, experience with respective sport desirable.
• Experience with post-surgical rehabilitation.
• Experience working with male and female coaches and student-athletes. 
• Experience with soft tissue mobilization (e.g. Trigger Point Massage, Dry Needling, IASTM)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

1. Cover letter 
2. Resume or C.V. 
3. Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

WORK LOCATION: 

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus. 

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 [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn  more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range and the metropolitan Denver area. Laramie’s 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/

Posted Salary Range: $50,004