Head Athletic Therapist, Edmonton Oil Kings

OEG delivers leading sports, entertainment and other special event programming to fans and patrons in Canada and the United States. OEG owns the five-time Stanley Cup Champion Edmonton Oilers, the WHL’s three-time Memorial Cup Champion Edmonton Oil Kings, the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors, and operates Rogers Place, the home of the Oilers and Oil Kings, located in ICE District, Canada’s largest mixed-used sports and entertainment development.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the President & GM, Hockey Operations – Edmonton Oil Kings, the Head Athletic Therapist will be responsible for the overall sports and player medical program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, coordinate and administer a sports medical program including:
  • Develop and maintain an overall effective medical approach including; injury prevention, injury evaluation, injury management & rehabilitation, fitness, nutrition and conditioning programs for players, and;
  • Coordinate and schedule physical examinations and medical referrals for players
• Maintain accurate and up to date records and documentation on all players
• Responsible for the assessment, treatment, prevention, documentation, and rehabilitation of acute, chronic, and emergency injuries and illnesses
• Responds immediately to acute injuries that occur during training sessions, practices and games
• Manages pre-season screening protocols such as reviewing medical history forms, neuro-cognitive baseline testing, injury prevention programming of warm-ups and cool downs
• Assess and report progress of recovering players to the President & GM, Hockey Operations – Edmonton Oil Kings, and Head Coach
• Arranges referrals to appropriate healthcare providers and manage US & Import player medical insurance claims.
• Works closely with Oil Kings Strength & Conditioning coaches to ensure that proper exercise modifications are being made for an injured player.
• Assist, when required, with the orderly movement and organization of all Oil Kings hockey equipment and supplies while travelling on Oil Kings road trips
• Assist, when required, in transportation to and from the airport with respect to player movements
• Foster a good working atmosphere for all Oil Kings staff and players in and around the Oil Kings dressing room and training facilities
• Function cooperatively with all other staff, coaches, and department personnel
• Use best efforts to promote interest and good will of the Oil Kings’ business
• Perform any other duties as directed by President & GM, Hockey Operations – Edmonton Oil Kings, and Head Coach
• Travel with the Oil Kings to provide game day support

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Certified Athletic Therapist and a member of the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
• Previous experience in a sports/team, or hockey environment is preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Responder or Equivalent certification as determined by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
• Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) considered an asset.
• Comfortable frequently working at a fast pace, with unscheduled interruptions and deadlines.
• Converse in a calm, friendly manner
• Ability to coordinate team of medical professionals including PT, Chiro, Strength Coach, Sports Med Physicians, Paramedics, Dentist, Nutritionist, Psychologist etc.
• Strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to work with others in an environment that requires quick decisions that protect the safety and well-being of the players.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Will travel to other work-related locations for games
• Valid Driver’s License
• Criminal Background reference check required

Next Steps:

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Those moving forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our team.

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