Summary:
The Athletic Therapist provides high-quality, sport focused athletic therapy expertise as a member of the Huskie Health Integrated Support Team (IST) for all Huskie teams, with a primary focus on men's hockey. This position collaborates with coaches, administration, and members of the sports medicine and science team to provide athletic therapy care. Key responsibilities include providing pre-season clearance to participate, emergency on field care, rehabilitation and post-operative care, and injury prevention. The athletic therapist also supports athlete education and engagement, supervises practicum student trainers, contributes to post-season performance analysis, and upholds privacy and documentation standards in alignment with university and professional guidelines.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides evidence supported athletic therapy care to varsity athletes including but not limited to accurate and timely assessment, rehabilitation, post-operative care, return to sport progressions and injury prevention
- Coordinates and completes all team pre-season medical requirements, including the review and verification of pre-participation physicals, health questionnaires, intake surveys, concussion baselines, and medication disclosures, making timely referrals to appropriate IST members
- Completes a comprehensive post-season team performance analysis, evaluating injury trends, treatment outcomes, return-to-play timelines, and service utilization
- Utilizes team performance analysis to inform clinical decision-making, contribute to program planning, and identify opportunities for improved athlete health, performance, and IST integration in future seasons
- Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary Huskie Integrated Support Team (IST) to deliver coordinated and holistic athlete-centered care such as performance planning and injury management strategies
- Collaborates with a coalition of physicians, surgeons, and other health care practitioners to coordinate the care and management of athlete injuries
- Supervises assigned team’s practicum student trainers, assisting with teaching and marking components
- Delivers on-field medical support and clinical decision-making during training and competition, prioritizing athlete safety and adhering to best practices in emergency management
- Contributes to emergency preparedness by developing, maintaining, and communicating emergency action plans for assigned teams
- Makes timely referrals, facilitates efficient diagnosis and treatment planning, and supports safe and progressive return-to-spot strategies in alignment with department protocols and goals
- Facilitates clear communication with student-athletes to empower informed decision-making regarding their care plans, highlight the value of available services, and foster consistent engagement throughout the rehabilitation process
- Adheres to privacy policies and procedures including charting standards and professional practice guidelines
- Communicates and acts in a respectful and professional manner, collaborates effectively, abides by policy, and contributes to a positive and productive work and learning environment
- Engages in continuous learning by participating in activities, training, and events related to Indigenous engagement, reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion
- Demonstrates respect and dignity for all members of the community, actively contributes to an environment of acceptance and inclusion of others, and responds to different perspectives from a place of curiosity, respect, and non-judgement
- Undertakes related duties, as assigned, consistent with the nature of the position.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in athletic therapy or related field
- Certified Athletic Therapist in good standing with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
- First Aid/CPR and First Responder certification
- Minimum of five years of experience as an assistant, associate, or head athletic therapist, in a post-secondary setting or within a professional sport organization
- Previous teaching experience in a post-secondary environment is an asset
- Experience working with university caliber hockey or other collision or combative sports is an asset
- Eligible for professional liability insurance
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills
- The ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication
- Ability to travel as required for national championships
- Knowledge and proficiency in patient management software systems.
Department: Huskie Athletics
Status: Term 9 months with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: This position is required to work non-traditional work hours,
including evenings and weekends.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 7/25/2025
Closing Date: 8/7/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.