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Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the head physiotherapist, the therapist at the Winsor clinic will be responsible in case of a medical emergency (acute injuries and first aid). They will work at the McGill Sport complex for the varsity athletes and as needed for corporate events, summer camp, exam session, etc.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Respond to medical emergencies at the different facility locations (indoors and outdoors) during varsity practices that are communicated by phone, cellphone, and/or walky-talky.
- Carry out the primary evaluation of acute musculoskeletal injury or trauma and provide high quality first aid care to the McGill clientele.
- Document all interventions and communicate these to the unit as required.
- Educate the patient on self-management and refer to the appropriate resource (therapist in clinic, doctor, emergency room, etc.)
- Collaborate and establish follow up with team therapist
- Use the established emergency action plan in place for the different areas.
- Support the athletes in their preparation pre and post training according to best evidence- based practices (warm up, stretches, taping, massage, and modalities).
- Support and supervise the physiotherapy students and athletic therapist students with their intervention on athletes.
- Assist with inventory of equipment/materials needs and maintain statistical data.
Requirements:
Physiotherapist
- Be a member in good standing with l’Ordre professionnel de la Physiotherapie du Quebec and Sport Physiotherapy Canada
- Have at least 1 years of experience of field work with acute traumatic injury management and emergency care
- Have a valid Sports First Responders certification
Athletic therapist
-Bachelor’s in Science of athletic therapy
- Be a member in good standing with Corporation des Thérapeutes du Sport du Québec et de Canadian Athletic Therapist Association
- Have at least 1 years of experience of field work with acute traumatic injury management and emergency care
- Have a valid Sports First Responders certification
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
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Job Profile:
MPEX-SAF2B - Student Services - Professional 2Hours per Week:
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Other facts
About McGill University
The mission of the Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences of McGill University is to advance transformative education, science-based intervention and lifelong learning grounded in high calibre research and exceptional clinical training. Our programs foster access to integrated care, community service and engagement. We bridge fundamental, applied and translational research to dental practice using creative knowledge transfer. Through strong community partnerships as well as national and international collaboration, our faculty promotes sustainable growth, connectivity and innovation.
The Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences envisions a world rooted in conscientious caring for life, and a healthy and supportive environment for all. We strive for distinction in research, innovation and education for oral health and well-being.
What you'll do
- The therapist will respond to medical emergencies during varsity practices and provide first aid care. They will also support athletes in their training preparation and supervise physiotherapy students.
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