Ensure the safety of everyone in the Aquatic Center at UW Health’s newest hospital.

We are currently seeking a Lifeguard to:

• Supervise/lifeguard pool deck operations including appointments, classes, and programs


• Monitor state of the art facilities and equipment


• Ensure chemicals in pool are balanced


• Assist Pool Therapists with appointment management


• Greet patients/patrons at the Aquatic Facility


• Track class attendance and pool usage

Education:

Preferred - High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

Preferred - Previous lifeguard experience

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum - Current Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification; CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certification; First Aid Certification

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to pass the skills and written exams


• Ability to enforce rules and assist participants in a friendly, respectful manner


• Applicants with expired certifications or non-Red Cross certifications interested in applying may be eligible to attend a class for a Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification and/or CPR certification through UW Health Sports Medicine Center at the discretion of the manager.

Physical Requirements:

Heavy: Ability to lift up to 100 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Work Schedule:  20% FTE, 8 hours per week.  Scheduled shifts vary Monday through Friday with weekend rotation.  Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

UW Health at The American Center – on Madison’s east side – is UW Health’s newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you’re sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.