Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
Amberwell Atchison - Atchison, KS

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage
Periodic - As Needed

Job Shift
Day Including evening and Sat. rotation

Job Category
Occupational Health Services

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Sports Medicine Aid will work under the direction of a Certified Athletic Trainer. This position will supportss licensed athletic trainers and therapy staff in delivering high-quality, evidence-based musculoskeletal care, injury prevention strategies, and rehabilitation support for student-athletes and community members. This role contributes to Amberwell Health's mission by promoting clinical excellence, injury prevention, and community wellness in high school-based and collegiate environments.

• Athletic Event Support
  Assist licensed athletic trainers in the preparation, setup, and on-site support for practices, games, and other school-sponsored athletic events. This includes sideline coverage, monitoring athlete status, and aiding with acute care response under supervision.

• Injury Prevention and First Response
  Support the implementation of injury prevention strategies such as taping, stretching, and hydration monitoring. Provide first aid and initial injury assessments under the supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
• Clinical & Therapy Support
  Assist in therapy session setup, including the preparation of supplies, treatment tables, and therapeutic modalities. Ensure proper functioning and sanitization of clinical equipment.
• Documentation and Compliance
  Maintain accurate records of injuries, treatments, and follow-ups in accordance with Amberwell protocols. Ensure compliance with HIPAA, KSHAA, KJCCC, other applicable healthcare and educational standards.
• Communication and Coordination
  Effectively communicate with student-athletes, parents, coaches, and healthcare providers. Relay treatment plans and follow-up instructions with professionalism and empathy.
• Outreach and Community Education
  Participate in community events including sports physicals, wellness fairs, and injury prevention clinics. Represent Amberwell Health in a manner that reinforces our commitment to community engagement and education.
• Transportation and Logistics
  Assist with the safe and timely transportation of non-emergent student-athletes to and from athletic venues, clinics, or hospitals. Transport and manage athletic training supplies and equipment for events as needed.
• Facility and Equipment Maintenance
  Monitor the cleanliness, safety, and organization of athletic training rooms, storage areas, and event setups. Report and assist with equipment maintenance as required.
• Administrative and Operational Support
  Aid in inventory management, cleaning of the training room, and organization of training spaces. Collaborate with staff to ensure smooth operations of athletic training programs.
• Uphold Core Values and Standards
  Demonstrate consistent adherence to Amberwell Health's core values, including integrity, compassion, and excellence. Support a culture of respect, inclusion, and teamwork in all interactions.

ABOUT AMBERWELL HEALTH:

Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services.

AMBERWELL CULTURE :

Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with "wow" experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected. At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities.

To learn more about Amberwell Health, our affiliated organizations, and available career opportunities, visit careers.amberwellhealth.org.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience:
  • Minimum Required Experience: clinical experience with athletes and acute care of injuries
  • Preferred Experience: Two to three years
• Education:

• Minimum Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

• Licenses:

• Minimum Required Certifications: CPR Certification