The Drayton Valley Thunder are currently seeking an Athletic Therapist/Equipment Manager for the upcoming 2023/24 AJHL season.
Please send References and Resume to:
Geoff.walker@draytonvalleythunder.ca
For the complete job posting please see below:
The Drayton Valley Thunder Jr. A Hockey Club is accepting applications for the position of Athletic Therapist / Equipment Manager.
The successful applicant must have excellent communication and organizational skills and be able to work both independently and in a team environment.
Responsibilities / Duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
*Assist in the prevention, assessment and treatment of injuries
*Responsible for giving players medical treatment they may need prior to, during or after practices/games
*Provide medical coverage at all practice sessions and games, both home and away
*Develop an Emergency Action Plan for any major injuries
*Provide injury evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries.
*Develop a return to play plan for injured players
*Coordinate treatment with physicians/medical personnel
*Provide an injury report/update to the coaching staff daily
*Maintain all medical records pertaining to treatment required
*Coordinate medical insurance claims
*Maintain team equipment: Sharpen skates, perform minor fixes, cleaning and laundry throughout the season
*Keep an up-to-date inventory of all equipment
*Order equipment as required
*Participate in equipment budget development
Qualifications:
*Respect in Sport
*Hockey Canada Safety Program http://www.hockeycanada.ca/en-ca/Hockey-Programs/Safety/Safety-Program.aspx
*First Aid and CPR
*Certified Athletic Therapist (CATA) or
*Provisional Certification- All new grads welcome to apply
*Criminal Record Check
*Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Excel, Word and Outlook
To apply please forward a Cover Letter and Resume to: Head Coach/GM Geoff Walker at geoff.walker@draytonvalleythunder.ca.
The Thunder thanks all candidates for their expressions of interest in the position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Job type: Full time
• Schedule: Monday to Friday with weekend availability
• Ability to relocate/commute to Drayton Valley before starting to work (required)
• Work Location: In-person
