Athletic Therapist

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Athletic Therapist

Employment Duration Permanent Full Time

Location Burnaby

Closing Date March 19, 2025

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Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$74,288 to $88,609 annually

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Athletic Therapist

Employment Duration Permanent Full Time

Location Burnaby

Closing Date March 19, 2025

Apply Now

Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$74,288 to $88,609 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Athletics and Recreation

Position Grade:

8

# of openings:

2

Biweekly Hours:

72

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Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU Sports Medicine oversees the health and safety of our NCAA Division II sports, providing on field injury management, return to play decisions and ongoing treatment. As the only Canadian team in the NCAA we are always striving to excel both on and off the field of play. Our multidisciplinary team of Athletic Therapists, Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Acupuncturist and massage therapists engages to provide an exceptional student athlete experience.

About the Role

The Athletic Therapist is active in the prevention, assessment, and treatment of athletic injuries in the Sports Medicine Clinic and in the varsity sports environment. The incumbent of this position assists in the prevention, assessment and treatment of injuries for SFU varsity athletic teams at home and away; provides medical support for visiting teams; assists in ensuring compliance between clinic policies and NCAA guidelines; participates in the oversight of the student trainer programs. The Athletic Therapist follows protocol to screen and test for serious injuries, such as concussions, and makes decisions regarding an athlete's treatment and readiness to safely return to activity. The incumbent of this position is also responsible for coordinating and reviewing pre-season medicals and ensuring incoming and returning athletes are appropriately cleared for participation.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Science, or a related field, with certification as Certified Athletic Therapist through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA) and certification as a Sports First Responder and two years of working experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Developing and implementing evidence-based and timely therapeutic exercise programs based on best practices to treat athletic injuries and illnesses.
• Serving as the primary athletic therapist for multiple varsity sports teams as assigned by Sports Medicine Manager.
• Organizing all pre-season medicals, including communicating with all returning and incoming athletes regarding annual medical forms.
• Overseeing and educating clinic assistants and team trainers.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

There are Identified Departmental Candidates.

Please note: There are 2 positions available.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

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SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.

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