Athletic Therapist – Surrey Eagles
Posted: Nov. 6, 2026
Location: South Surrey Arena, Surrey, British Columbia
Employment Type: Full-Time / Contract
About the Surrey Eagles
The Surrey Eagles are seeking a dedicated, motivated, and qualified Athletic Therapist to join our hockey operations staff.
The successful candidate will play an important role in the health, safety, injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of our players throughout the season. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, competitive hockey environment and is comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively with coaches, management, and other healthcare professionals.
Position Responsibilities
- Provide athletic therapy and medical support to players during practices, home games, and away games.
- Travel with the team for scheduled away games.
- Conduct on-site injury assessments, provide emergency care, and oversee injury management.
- Provide immediate emergency response and acute injury management, including on-ice incidents.
- Develop and oversee injury prevention, rehabilitation, and return-to-play programs.
- Perform preventative treatments, including taping, bracing, and other therapeutic interventions.
- Monitor and manage player injuries throughout the season, including coordinating medical referrals and follow-up appointments when required.
- Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and injury reports for all players.
- Communicate effectively with coaching staff, management, players, team physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Assist with concussion management and return-to-play protocols.
- Monitor and support the overall health, safety, and well-being of players throughout the season.
Qualifications & Experience
The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following:
Education & Professional Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Therapy, Athletic & Exercise Therapy, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or a related health sciences discipline.
- Certified Athletic Therapist (CAT(C)) designation through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association is strongly preferred.
- Equivalent recognized athletic therapy or athletic training credentials will be considered.
Mandatory Certifications & Credentials
The following certifications and credentials are minimum requirements for this position:
- Sports First Responder (SFR): Valid Sports First Responder certification or an accepted equivalent. This is the minimum emergency-care standard required to respond to acute on-ice injuries, including trauma, spinal injury management, airway management, and immediate emergency triage.
- Basic Life Support (BLS): Current BLS certification, including CPR and AED training, through a recognized certifying organization such as the Canadian Red Cross or Heart & Stroke Foundation.
- Respect in Sport: Current Activity Leader certification.
- Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Screening: Applicants must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS), given the regular interaction and work with minor-aged and young adult athletes.
Additional Qualifications & Experience
- Concussion management training or certification.
- Previous experience working with hockey programs, competitive sports, or high-performance athletes.
- Experience with injury assessment, rehabilitation, prevention, taping, bracing, and return-to-play protocols.
- Experience coordinating with team physicians, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Familiarity with medical documentation, injury reporting, and insurance procedures.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Additional Position Requirements
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
- Valid passport and ability to travel with the team, including cross-border travel.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, practices, and game days (when needed).
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and remain composed in high-pressure situations.
Applicants must meet all mandatory certification and screening requirements. Additional certifications and relevant hockey experience will be considered strong assets.
Position Details
- Organization: Surrey Eagles (BCHL)
- Location: South Surrey Arena, Surrey, BC
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Travel: Required for scheduled away games with the team.
- Schedule: Includes evenings, weekends, holidays, practices, and game days.
- Compensation: Salary information will be discussed upon request.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is passionate about athlete health and performance, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a competitive junior hockey organization.
The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, adaptable, and able to remain calm under pressure. They should have a strong understanding of sports injuries and emergency care, along with the ability to build positive working relationships with players, coaches, and staff.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Athletic Therapist looking to work within a competitive junior hockey environment and contribute to the development and well-being of high-performance athletes.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and relevant certifications to:
Please include details of your education, certifications, and previous experience working with competitive sports teams.
Join the Surrey Eagles and become an important part of our hockey operations team!
