Athletic Therapy Clinical Practicum Coordinator
Mount Royal UniversityYour application goes straight to Mount Royal University's own careers site.
About this job
About the Role
Working within the Department of Health and Physical Education, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. The Athletic Therapy Clinical Practicum Coordinator will oversee the 3rd year athletic therapy students (n~30) in their practicum placements and establish a working relationship with the practicum agency clinical educators (PACEs) (n~30).
Responsibilities
Practicum Conflict Resolution & Academic Support (35%)
- Serve as the primary point of contact for students on complex or challenging field and clinical practicum matters.
- Facilitate and resolve issues or conflicts between students, clinical educators (PACEs), and coaching staff using advanced problem-solving and professional standards.
- Liaise with the HPED Practicum Advisor and consult with the AT Program Coordinator to address challenges and advise on solutions.
Curricuum Alignment & Professional Development (35%)
- Facilitate and lead quarterly practicum/instructor meetings to review curriculum, address conflicts, and plan program initiatives.
- Lead student practicum orientation meetings each semester.
- Design and deliver ongoing education and professional development for new and returning PACEs to align clinical training with degree standards.
Student Placement & Skill Assessment (15%)
- Liaise with the EMAT instructor to evaluate incoming student skill levels and ensure balanced site placements.
- Oversee initial student placements, plan and participate in the annual Student Practicum Draft Day, and re-assign students when necessary.
Site & Partnership Development (15%)
- Develop and build relationships with prospective PACEs and organizations to expand practicum opportunities.
- Strengthen ongoing relationships with existing PACEs to ensure collegial satisfaction and high-quality learning environments.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Three or Four Year Bachelor Degree or Equivalent - CAT(C) required. Two to three years experience in a related field is required. Certified Athletic Therapist in good standing.
Salary: $28.74 per hour
Closing Date
A resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex. Smith_1234_CV.pdf).