Head Athletic Therapist
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JOB OPPORTUNITY
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Location Various Douglas College Campuses/Satellite Campuses
Salary Range $35 to $42 per hour.
The Opportunity Douglas College Athletics invites fully qualified candidates to apply for this Head Athletic Therapist (AT), Part-Time, Contract Position. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations, the AT is responsible for sideline coverage, including but not limited to league and exhibition competitions, and clinical operations for eight (8) varsity sports teams, comprising approximately 175 student-athletes.
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Transit-accessible campuses
Hybrid work arrangementsfor eligible positions
Competitive salaries
Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
Professional Development opportunities
Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
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WHAT IT TAKES The Athletic Therapist (AT) is an orthopedic specialist primarily responsible for the acute care, assessment, and management of musculoskeletal injuries, including rehabilitation and Return-to-Play for student-athletes at Douglas College. Reporting to the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations. The AT is responsible for on-field coverage, including, but not limited to, sanctioned competitions and clinical treatments for eight (8) varsity sports teams, comprising approximately 175 student-athletes. AT sideline coverage may be required for exhibition competitions. Clinical assessments and treatments (Clinic hours) are scheduled in collaboration with the Manager, Athletics and Recreation Operations at the beginning of the sports calendar year.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Injury Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation
Collect, review and assess pre-participation medical information, perform
physical evaluations as required, and conduct baseline concussion testing
for all varsity student-athletes.
Design, implement, and monitor evidence-based, sports-specific injury
prevention, conditioning, and educational programs.
Develop and execute progressive, individualized physical rehabilitation
programs using manual therapeutic techniques, therapeutic modalities, and
corrective exercise prescriptions to safely transition athletes back to
sport.
Maintain meticulous, confidential digital medical records, in strict
compliance with PIPA/FIPPA privacy legislation, CATA standards, and
College policies.
Collaborate with coaches to optimize workload monitoring, injury metrics,
and recovery strategies, always prioritizing student-athlete health over
competitive outcomes.
Foster relationships with Student Affairs services (Counselling,
Advisors, Accessibility, etc.), Strength and Conditioning coach, and the
Manager to provide a wrap-around approach for student-athlete wellness.
Liaise with other medical and health practitioners, i.e., Physicians,
Physiotherapists, osteopaths, specialists, etc., including external
healthcare partners to help facilitate a prioritized and streamlined
referral process and build a network of healthcare supports.
2. Athletic Therapy Coverage and Sport-Injury Emergency Response
Act as the primary on-site athletic therapist for all assigned home league
competitions for all varsity sports; and AT support for exhibition
competitions, conference and national championships (PACWEST/CCAA/NWAC).
Travel for away competitions as required.
Administer professional athletic therapy techniques, including taping,
strapping, bracing/ fitting of athletic equipment, hot/cold therapy,
cupping, etc., as required before, during and after league competitions.
Manage acute concussion protocols, liaise with the Manager and Director to
guide a collaborative, multidisciplinary Return-to-Learn and Return-to-
Play protocols in alignment with best practices, such as Parachute.ca
3. Clinical Administration and Operations
Coordinate the daily operational logistics of the Athletic Therapy Clinic,
maintaining equipment safety certifications, ordering clinical supplies,
and providing recommendations for the Athletic Therapy supplies budget to
the Manager.
Perform clinical assessments of acute and chronic athletic injuries
sustained during sanctioned sport participation.
Maintain meticulous, confidential digital medical records ensuring
absolute compliance with PIPA/FIPPA privacy legislation, CATA standards,
Parachute guidelines, and College policies.
4. Compliance, Safety and Ethical Adherence
Ensure an understanding of the applicable College's Standard Operating
Policies and Procedures (SOPs), and departmental procedures.
Foster an ethical environment to ensure a physical and psychological safe,
inclusive, and trauma-informed environment free from abuse, harassment,
discrimination, or neglect in accordance with Canadian Safe Sport (SIC),
the values of the College, Sport Integrity Canada (SIC), CCAA, PACWEST
and NWAC sport governing bodies.
Provide guidance with the therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs) and banned
substance lists in accordance with the Canadian Anti-Doping program
(SIC).
5. Development, Training and Mentorship
Responsible for developing and coordinating the Student Trainer program,
including promoting onboarding, training, monitoring, directing,
scheduling and mentoring Student Trainers to ensure appropriate injury
prevention support coverage for practices (where applicable) and
competitions.
Engage in professional development in order to implement new clinical
techniques and recommend therapeutic equipment to continually enhance the
quality and delivery of the athletic therapy program.
Attend all required department meetings, creation of informative education
sessions for the Student-Athlete Orientation, attending regularly
scheduled 1:1 meetings
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Athletic Therapy, Kinesiology, or a related Sports
Science discipline.
Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT) in good standing with the Canadian
Athletic Therapists Association (CATA).
First Responder (FS) Certification or higher, e.g., Emergency Medical
Responder preferred, a valid CPR Level C, Basic Life Saving (BLS) and/or
First-Aid Certification. An AED certificate is an asset.
Successful completion of, or immediate eligibility to clear, a standard
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
Completion of mandated Sport Integrity Canada Training (e.g., Canadian
Anti-Doping, Canadian Safe Sport, NCCP Ethical Decision Making.
Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical and field experience providing athletic
therapy coverage at the post-secondary (CCAA/U SPORTS) level or within a
high-performance sports environment.
Advanced training in concussion management and soft tissue/manual
mobilization techniques.
Exceptional communication skills with a proven track record of handling
high-stress, urgent sport-injury-related scenarios calmly and decisively.
Demonstrated commitment to a student-centred, holistic approach to
wellness that prioritizes physical and emotional well-being.
Additional Information This contract position is available starting October 1, 2026 and may be renewed yearly based review. We anticipate temporary increases to full-time hours throughout the year to support our athletes during home games. A commitment to being able to work evenings and weekends and travel to and work at multiple locations, including off campus sites throughout the Lower Mainland, British Columbia and Canada is required.
Posting Number 02771SA
Position Title Head Athletic Therapist
Anticipated Start Date 10/01/2026
End Date 05/31/2027
Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes
How To Apply
Open Date 09/02/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Maximum Number of References 3
Minimum Number of References 3
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