Athletic Training Assistant (part-time, 28 hours/week)

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking an Athletic Training Assistant to provide injury evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and conditioning assessment for Dance Majors, MDT Majors, Dance Faculty, and Performance Company members. This part-time role (28 hours/week) involves emergency assessment and care, providing evaluation and treatment during performances, supervising Athletic Training graduate students, maintaining facility safety and cleanliness, and offering tour support. The position also assists the Director of Dance Medicine and Wellness Facility as needed.

Requirements

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training.
• BOC certification.
• Utah licensure or eligible for Utah licensure.
• CPR/AED certification.

Nice To Haves

• 2-5 years of experience as a certified Athletic Trainer OR 1-2 years experience in the performing arts as a certified Athletic Trainer.
• Training in manual therapy techniques, including (but not limited to) myofascial release, positional release, muscle energy techniques, Ortho-bionomy and/or instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization techniques.
• Ortho-Bionomy
• John Barnes’ Myofascial release technique
• Positional Release Therapy
• Graston certification
• Functional Movement Screen (FMS) certification

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose acute and chronic injuries for dancers using special tests, manual muscle testing, goniometer measurements, concussion protocols, etc.
• Create and follow treatment and rehabilitation plans for injured dancers.
• Supervise injured dancers in their rehabilitation programs.
• Utilize advanced skills – Myofascial release, muscle energy, positional release techniques, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilizations, total motion release to provide high-quality treatment for injuries.
• Supervise and teach/train Athletic Training graduate students in their evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of dancers’ injuries.
• Teach/Train Athletic Training graduate students in the advanced manual therapy techniques used in the Dance Medicine and Wellness Facility.
• Supervise Athletic Training graduate students in performance environment.
• Document all injury evaluations, treatments, and rehabilitations in the electronic medical record system.
• Ensure that all dancers’ documentation is complete and insurance active prior to respective appointments.
• Abide by all federal and state laws.
• Help create and maintain Social Media presence, including account updates, content posts, response to inquiries, and general maintenance of accounts.
• Create and maintain up-to-date posters, brochures, home-care hand-outs, etc. as needed.
• Conduct inventory and assist with ordering supplies and equipment.
• Create and maintain various reports as requested.
• Teach classes within the Dance department as requested by faculty.
• Teach foam rolling classes, self-care classes, strength training classes, general injury prevention.
• Conduct conditioning assessment and program development.

Benefits

• 401k (BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. If you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4%. Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans).
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household.
• May be eligible for tuition benefits after two years.
• Access to the library.
• Free on-campus parking.
• Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents.
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level