Job Opportunity: Banff Hockey Academy

Banff Hockey Academy

Application Deadline: March 15, 2011   Starting Date: April 11, 2011  

Position: Athletic Therapist 

Job Description:  The Athletic Therapist of the Banff Hockey Academy will assist the Athletic Director and Head Coaches with the operations of the BHA hockey teams. The operation of the team, its values, policies, and guidelines will strictly adhere to the policies already established by the academy. The Athletic Therapist must be an inspiring individual with high ethical and moral standards. The Athletic Therapist must have the best interest of the BHA students as a top priority at all times. In addition, the Athletic Therapist will assist from time to time with the roles of the Strength and Conditioning Coach and Equipment Manager.

Responsibilities as Athletic Therapist
1) Provide Emergency care at practices and games.
2) Assessment of injuries.
3) Provide rehabilitation when required.
4) Maintain record of injuries.
5) Establish and maintain an adequate Emergency Care Kit.
6) Apply pre-game and post game procedures.

Other General Responsibilities
1) Provide progress reports
2) Assist with the operation of outside Hockey Development Programs, including but not limited to Christmas and Summer Programs.
3) Report directly to Athletic Director and coaching staff.
4) Assist with evening supervision.
5) Assist with Equipment Manager responsibilities on an as needed basis. (See Equipment Manager roles below)
6) Provide tutorial support for BHA study halls.

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