Job Opportunity: Athletic Therapist/Equipment Manager

ATHLETIC THERAPIST/EQUIPMENT MANAGER  

Description: The Athletic Therapist/Equipment Manager is responsible for managing all injury related needs of the athletes such as assessment, treatment (or co-ordination of), documentation, injury reporting and maintaining relationships with other local health care professionals. Previous hockey team experience would be an asset. This is a fast-paced work environment that encourages equal opportunity and is teamwork oriented. Must work closely with the coaching staff with respect to day-to-day operations and affairs of the hockey club. The successful applicant will report to the Head Coach and General Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluation, Management, Rehabilitation and Documentation of Athletic Injuries

• Coordinate with physicians/medical personnel on care of players.
• Maintain all medical records pertaining to treatment required and coordination of medical insurance claims.
• Provide medical coverage at all practice sessions and games both home and away.
• Communicate with coaching staff and management on all matters related to player injuries and illnesses and the required rehab, remedy and developing a return to play plan for each injury.
• Able to wrap ankles, wrists, knees, shoulders, etc.
• Keep an up-to-date Inventory of medical equipment.

Equipment Management and Repair

• Manage stick and equipment orders.
• Maintain team equipment: sharpen skates, perform minor fixes.
• Keep an up-to-date inventory record of all equipment and order as required.
• Repair broken equipment quickly and efficiently during games and/or practice.

Laundry and Apparel Maintenance

• Ensure the players apparel, jerseys, and towels are laundered daily.
• Keep an up-to-date inventory of team gear and order as required.
• Order name bars for jerseys.
• Capable of small sewing repairs

Road Trip Management

• Travel with the team to away games.
• Prepare and pack for road trips.
• Organize hotel and food for road trips.

Qualifications:

• Athletic Therapist certification (CATA)
• Criminal Record Check
• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR/First Responder Certifications from a Recognized Institution
• A minimum of 2 years of prior experience in junior, college or professional hockey is preferred.
• Must have a valid class 5 driver’s license.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Additional Details

• Salary will be based on experience and certification.
• This position requires non-standard hours.
• Presence at team practices, pre-season camps and all games is a requirement.

How to Apply:

Applications will be accepted until July 26, 2024.