Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League

Job Posting: Yorkton Terriers Looking for Athletic Therapist/Equipment Manager

The Yorkton Terriers are currently looking to fill the position of Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager for the remainder of the 2021-2022 hockey season and beyond.

Review Date: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Salary: based on experience and certification

Description: The Athletic Therapist/Equipment is responsible for the physical care of the athletes and maintenance of equipment. Previous hockey team experience would be an asset. This position requires non-standard hours. The Athletic Therapist/ Equipment Manager will work under the direction of the Head Coach and assume duties as assigned by the Head Coach on a daily basis.

Job duties shall include but are not limited to:

    • Keep accurate records of all injuries, treatments and the rehabilitation schedule. Reports all injuries to the Head Coach/General Manager.
    • Administer or arrange the therapy needs of all of the team members. Keep accurate records of all treatments.
    • Determine the requirements for physiotherapy needs, equipment and supplies for the team.
    • Control and distribute all therapy equipment and consumables.
    • Work cooperatively with the Coaches, and accepts duties as assigned by the General Manager.
    • Familiar with Blade Master skate sharpening equipment. Perform skate sharpening duties.
    • Control, distribute and maintain inventory of all medical supplies and consumables.
    • Ensure the dressing room is properly organized and assist co-ordination of cleaning daily.
    • Meet visiting team’s needs on game days.
    • Co-ordinate the loading and unloading of bus for all road trips with the team’s Coaching Staff.
    • Co-ordinate the ordering of medical supplies and consumables with the Head Coach/GM
    • Be present on the bench and administers to all the players first aid needs during practices and games.
    • Co-ordinate first responders’ policy and protocol for emergency situations.
    • Be available for all off-ice sessions.
    • Co-ordinate and complete daily laundry duties.
    • Co-ordinate the maintenance and distribution of team equipment with the Head Coach/GM.
    • Ensure equipment is repaired or replaced as needed.
    • Other duties as assigned.

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter, resume and references electronically to:

Mat Hehr,
Yorkton Terriers Junior A Hockey Club
coach@yorktonterriers.com