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Ascension Health

Athletic Trainer

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What they do

An Athletic Trainer treats injuries and provides training to minimize the risk of injury for athletes and people playing sports. Responds when an athlete is injured on the field. Works for schools or colleges, for professional sports teams, or in physicians' offices.

$50,584 / year median in Kansas

+18% projected growth

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Job Description

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Location:
Wichita, KS Facility:

Ascension Via Christi St.

Francis Department:
School Programs Schedule:

Day shift | Full-time \#NextGenHealthcare Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. Life at

Ascension:

Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive + Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and

HSA / FSA

options

+ Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

+ Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off ( PTO ) and holidays

+ Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

+ Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

+ Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

+ Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you'll make an impact in this role

+ Design and implement comprehensive conditioning and rehabilitation programs that prioritize athlete safety and recovery through customized nutrition and scheduling.

+ Evaluate and manage acute injuries to provide immediate care and long-term treatment strategies for athletes.

+ Coordinate patient care by maintaining detailed medical documentation and acting as the vital link between physicians, sports performance staff, and athletes.

+ Prepare athletes for safe participation in practice and competition by ensuring all activities align with professional regulations and medical guidelines. What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

+ Licensed Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts required.

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted required.

Education:

+ Bachelor's degree required.

+ Master's degree preferred. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities ( EEO ) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\ EEOC \ KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\ EEOC \ KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify) for more information. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs