Athletic Trainer- Urban Youth Academy

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System seeks an Athletic Trainer for the Urban Youth Academy in Kansas City, MO. You will deliver injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play services for youth athletes in Academy programs.

You will collaborate with coaches and program leaders to foster a safe, healthy environment and contribute to community development through sports medicine.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in athletic training or related field.
• Board of Certification Athletic Trainer (BOC ATC) and CPR/BLS certification.
• State license to practice athletic training (KS or MO).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care of athletic injuries during practices, games and scrimmages.
• Refer needed treatment to appropriate facilities and document records.
• Coordinate pre-participation exams and maintain eligibility lists.
• Develop education programs and support student athletic training initiatives.
• Collaborate with team physicians, coaches, and school staff on care and prevention.

Skills

Athletic Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training

Master's Degree in Athletic Training

Tools

CPR/AED/BLS Certification

BOC ATC Certification

State Licensed Athletic Trainer

Job description

Position Title Athletic Trainer- Urban Youth Academy Days - Full Time Indian Creek Medical Office Building

Join The University of Kansas Health System in a unique Athletic Trainer role that combines sports medicine expertise with meaningful community impact. While employed by the Health System, this position is based exclusively at the Urban Youth Academy in Kansas City, MO, a premier youth development organization dedicated to empowering Kansas City's urban youth to unlock their potential and become the leaders of tomorrow through baseball and softball. As the Athletic Trainer, you will provide injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play services for youth athletes participating in Academy programs. Beyond traditional athletic training responsibilities, you will play an important role in fostering a safe, healthy, and positive environment where young athletes can develop both on and off the field. This position offers the opportunity to build relationships within the community, collaborate with coaches and program leaders, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about sports medicine, youth development, and serving the Kansas City community, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Provide direct care of athletic injuries during practice, games and scrimmages.
• Refer needed treatment to the appropriate facilities.
• Document accurate records of injuries/treatment provided in a timely manner via electric injury tracking system and to participate in data collection/research for improving clinical outcomes at the unit, department and hospital levels within the Youth Sports Medicine Program.
• Coordinates pre-participation exams and maintains an accurate list of athletes medical eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations
• Provides community education in the area of sports medicine including development of a Student Athletic Training program.
• Provide "Athletic Training Services"* to student athletes under the direction of the team physician or by written referral from a physician, and in accordance with the applicable State Athletic Trainers Practice Act.
• Develop and maintain evidence based treatment order-sets and practice management guidelines to be reviewed annually and approved by the team physician.
• Act as liaison between team/family physicians and specialist, the school Athletic Director, coaches, athlete and their parents.
• Coordinates pre/post participation exams and maintains and accurate list of athletes medically eligible to compete under district and state rules and regulations.
• Maintains accurate records of injuries and treatment provided in a timely manner.
• Complies with OSHA guidelines and HIPPA regulations and guidelines.
• Provides community education in the areas of sports injury prevention as directed by the Sports Medicine Program Director.
• Utilizes unit, department and hospital goals to link and integrate the Sports Medicine Program.
• Promotes active engagement in assigned schools by attending all pre/post season coaches/parent meetings and sports awards ceremonies.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in Athletic Training, Physical Education, Health or related field from an accredited college or university (Prior to 2022) OR Master's Degree in Athletic Training, Physical Education, Health or related field from an accredited college or university (After 2022)

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience with Athletic Training/Sports Medicine emphasis.

Required Licensure and Certification

CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS Certified Athletic Trainer - Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC ATC) Licensed Athletic Trainer (AT) - State Board of Healing Arts in the state of Kansas. OR Licensed Athletic Trainer (AT) - State Board of Healing Arts in the state of Missouri.

Time Type: Full time

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status.

See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.