Contractor PT/AT for US Aerials Ski Team

Contractor PT/AT for US Aerials Ski Team Park City, UT 84060 Remote Contract Contract

JOB DESCRIPTION PHYSICAL THERAPIST OR ATHLETIC TRAINER FOR US AERIAL SKI TEAM CLASSIFICATION

Seasonal Contract FLSA:

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Director of Performance Medical Services

LOCATION

Park City, Utah or Remote TRAVEL:

up to 80%

BENEFITS

Not Eligible

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The purpose of the US Ski and Snowboard Sports Medicine Department is to support the vision of making the United States of America the best in the world in Olympic skiing and snowboarding. We strive to do this by providing athlete medical management both in health and in return from injury, safety in event organization and equipment. In this respect, the primary role of this position is to oversee the management and coordination of athlete care with respect to all medically related issues for named athletes on their respective team while utilizing outside expertise and rotational support when necessary.

ABOUT US U.S.

Ski & Snowboard (USSS) is committed to leading, encouraging, and supporting athletes in achieving excellence and making the United States of America the Best in the World in Olympic and Paralympic skiing and snowboarding. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating an environment in which diversity is valued, equity is striven for, and inclusion is embraced.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide athlete treatment / rehabilitation services On hill coverage of all training and competitions as determined by the team schedule Documentation, communication, and facilitation of athlete medical management Extensive international travel Assisting with insurance claims surrounding injuries Coordination with staff and volunteer providers Participation in sports medicine special projects pertaining to injury, risk mitigation, and performance medicine Administrative responsibilities include assisting with insurance claims surrounding injuries, injury updates, coverage at the Center of Excellence when needed, attendance of required educational activities, participation in Medical/High performance meetings and additional responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

COMPETENCIES & EXPERIENCE

Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA Certification Board) or Licensed Physical Therapist with background in sports injuries, athletic training, and injury management Three to five years of team sport or elite athlete experience post licensure First Aid and CPR certified, acute injury management experience Excellent communication skills, with the ability to coordinate with coaches, staff, athletes, physicians, and athlete management personnel as needed to fulfill the contracted scope of services. Excellent manual skills for athlete recovery and rehabilitations Demonstrated ability to operate efficiently and effectively in high pressure/time sensitive settings Participate in all U.S. Ski & Snowboard team staff and medical staff meetings Restock medical kit Assist in preparation, organization and execution of team preparticipation physicals annually Ability to ski and snowboard is preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements include lifting at least 50 lbs., ability to stand outside slope side or course side during training and competitions in adverse weather conditions.

US SKI AND SNOWBOARD EEO STATEMENT US

Ski and Snowboard is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. USSS's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.