Camrose, AB – The Camrose Kodiaks Jr A Hockey Club is now accepting applications for the role of Certified Athletic Therapist. As a proud member of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL), the Camrose Kodiaks are a community owned, non-profit organization focused on fostering the growth and overall development of athletes both on and off the ice. The organization emphasizes core life skills like teamwork, consistency, and discipline to support athletes in achieving their personal, academic, and athletic ambitions. Reporting to the Camrose Kodiaks’ Head Coach, this role will be responsible for preventing, assessing, and treating injuries, as well as overseeing equipment management and athletic performance training for the team.
Responsibilities:
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Assist in prevention, assessment and treatment of injuries
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Reassess the status of injuries, illnesses, and/or health-related conditions (physical and mental health), using standard techniques and documentation to determine appropriate treatment, and rehabilitation
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Responsible for giving players medical treatment they may need prior to, during or after practices/games
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Provide medical coverage at all practice sessions and games, both home and away
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Assess/recognize the potential of a sport-related brain injury/concussion.
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Develop an Emergency Action Plan for any major injuries
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Develop a return to play plan for injured players
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Coordinate treatment with physicians/medical personnel
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Provide an injury report/update to the coaching staff daily
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Maintain all medical records pertaining to treatment required
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Coordinate medical insurance claims
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Maintain team equipment: sharpen skates, perform minor fixes, cleaning dressing room and team laundry throughout the season
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Maintenance and upkeep of the athletic training room, locker rooms, and other sites as designated.
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Keep an up-to-date inventory of all equipment
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Order equipment as required
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Participate in equipment budget development
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Create relationships within the league to become familiar with arena rules and regulations.
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Create Strength & Conditioning Program for Athletes
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Educate & Enforce Athlete Nutrition
Qualifications:
• Certified Athletic Therapist (CATA)
• Comprehensive CPR (Level C)
• Intermediate First Aid (IFA)
• Criminal Record Check
How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter & resume to General Manager, Eric Kroetch at eric@camrosekodiaks.ca
The position will stay open until a qualified candidate is chosen. The application deadline is July 1, 2025.
The position begins on August 1, 2025, with salary based on education, experience, and availability.
