Athletic Therapy Clinical Practicum Coordinator - (3988)
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Job Title
Athletic Therapy Clinical Practicum Coordinator

Job Type
Flexible

Union
MRSA

Salary Grade
Flexible / Casual Classification (Salary Grade)

SAD04 Administrative Services IV (Salary Grade 17)

Hybrid Work
This position is ineligible

Position End Date
8/31/2027

About this Position
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 positive standing.

Salary: $28.74 per hour

About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan .

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📌 Athletic Therapy Clinical Practicum Coordinator (Alberta)
🏢 Mount Royal University
📍 Alberta