Athletic Trainer

Your Future Role At A Glance

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.

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