Athletic Trainer
Position Description: Reporting to the General Manager & Head Coach, this role offers an exciting opportunity to
contribute to the success of one of Manitoba’s most iconic sports teams. They are a key member of the players’
medical support team – preventing injuries, supporting recovery and ensuring they are physically and mentally
ready to compete.
Position Description: Reporting to the General Manager & Head Coach, this role offers an exciting opportunity to
contribute to the success of one of Manitoba’s most iconic sports teams. They are a key member of the players’
medical support team – preventing injuries, supporting recovery and ensuring they are physically and mentally
ready to compete.
Job Duties:
• Provide medical coverage for all games and practices.
• Coordinate daily treatment sessions for players.
• Coordinate visits with alternative medical professionals, as needed.
• Collaborate with coaches and general managers regarding player availability and status.
• Create and implement in-season player Strength & Conditioning programming in co-ordination with Strength
and Conditioning coach.
• Provide long term injury rehabilitation through the season, as needed.
• Maintain accurate injury records, as per Hockey Canada standards.
• Assist the Equipment Manager with daily setup and other tasks, as needed.
• Develop and manage medical and treatment rooms and necessary equipment.
• Be present at many Wheat Kings events including but not limited to, Golf Tournament, Hockey School, Black
and Gold Gala and Main Camp.
• Responsible for making sure all players, staff, and billets are up to date on all CHL/WHL mandated courses
and certificates.
• Nutrition certifications as outlined by the WHL. This can be completed as continuing education once on staff.
• Implement nutrition programs for the team in season and during the off season.
• Other duties as assigned.
Education/Skill Requirements:
• Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(c) – Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
• Additional certifications in Registered Massage Therapy or Physiotherapy is an asset but is not required.
• Prior experience working within a sports organization.
What We Offer:
• An opportunity to work with a Historic and respected WHL organization in a dynamic and supportive team
environment.
• A chance to develop your skills while contributing to the success of the Brandon Wheat Kings.
• Provide medical coverage for all games and practices.
• Coordinate daily treatment sessions for players.
• Coordinate visits with alternative medical professionals, as needed.
• Collaborate with coaches and general managers regarding player availability and status.
• Create and implement in-season player Strength & Conditioning programming in co-ordination with Strength
and Conditioning coach.
• Provide long term injury rehabilitation through the season, as needed.
• Maintain accurate injury records, as per Hockey Canada standards.
• Assist the Equipment Manager with daily setup and other tasks, as needed.
• Develop and manage medical and treatment rooms and necessary equipment.
• Be present at many Wheat Kings events including but not limited to, Golf Tournament, Hockey School, Black
and Gold Gala and Main Camp.
• Responsible for making sure all players, staff, and billets are up to date on all CHL/WHL mandated courses
and certificates.
• Nutrition certifications as outlined by the WHL. This can be completed as continuing education once on staff.
• Implement nutrition programs for the team in season and during the off season.
• Other duties as assigned.
Education/Skill Requirements:
• Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(c) – Canadian Athletic Therapists Association
• Additional certifications in Registered Massage Therapy or Physiotherapy is an asset but is not required.
• Prior experience working within a sports organization.
What We Offer:
• An opportunity to work with a Historic and respected WHL organization in a dynamic and supportive team
environment.
• A chance to develop your skills while contributing to the success of the Brandon Wheat Kings.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to:
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Successful
applicants will be required to provide proof of licensure, including a clear driving abstract, upon hire, depending on
the nature of the position
applicants will be required to provide proof of licensure, including a clear driving abstract, upon hire, depending on
the nature of the position
Volunteer Gameday Staff
Wheat Kings are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for sports and entertainment to help out during the Wheat Kings’ home games.
Wheat Kings are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for sports and entertainment to help out during the Wheat Kings’ home games.
Tasks may include:
– Engaging with fans
– Lifting up to 50lbs
– Ice scraping/shoveling
– Helping out during intermissions on ice and in the crowd
– Being on camera
– Being out in the community (if needed)
– Engaging with fans
– Lifting up to 50lbs
– Ice scraping/shoveling
– Helping out during intermissions on ice and in the crowd
– Being on camera
– Being out in the community (if needed)
Perks:
– FREE ticket to game
– Up close and personal with the game
– Great Environment
– Volunteer hours
– And more..
– FREE ticket to game
– Up close and personal with the game
– Great Environment
– Volunteer hours
– And more..
To apply please email [email protected] with resume and cover letter.