Performance Medicine Therapist
Pipeline
Available to travel 100% of the time and to work in foreign countries
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So, don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Reporting operationally to the Head Therapist and the Artistic Director as well as functionally to the Manager of Human Performance Services - Performance Medicine, the Therapist will be responsible for:
· Respect all arrangements and agreements made between Cirque du Soleil and other medical authorities and institutions;
· Under the guidance of the Head Therapist and Artistic Director, help ensure the department's daily operational needs are met while delivering the highest possible standard of care;
· Adhere to the direction of and closely communicate with Head Therapist, Artistic Direction and, if needed, the Manager of Human Performance Services (PMed);
· Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethics with co-workers, artists, and other health care professionals;
· Foster interdependent relationships with the members of the artistic team while actively and professionally contributing to functional decision-making processes (Human Performance Risk Management);
· Participate in the Tear-Down and Set-Up.
Clinical/Operational
· Within your scope of practice, deliver, at a high standard of care, physical evaluations, rehabilitative and emergency care relevant to the functional demand of our artists and environment (clinical diagnosis, therapeutic care and emergency response);
· Provide timely and safe emergency response and care when necessary, while actively participating in maintaining/optimizing emergency preparedness of the environment;
· Consistently document and manage all medical information, interactions and events as per medico-legal requirements, while upholding artist-therapist confidentiality at all times;
· Actively collaborate with coaches and Head Therapist in establishing and implementing programs directed at the prevention of injury relevant to an artists’ specific challenges (using various exercise approaches);
· Accompany artists to medical appointments when indicated, for the purpose of artist/show support while ensuring all necessary legal/insurance documents are being obtained, properly communicated and filed;
· Communicate with and support the Artistic Director, Head Therapist, Coaches and Stage Management on the functional status of artists under your care;
· Closely communicate with the show’s Production Coordinator regarding insurance and worker's compensation necessary information, forms and reports;
· Ensure that the workspace is properly and professionally organized and maintained;
· Maintain adequate stocks of medical and emergency supplies for the PMed Department.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
· University-degree in Physiotherapy (Physical therapy in the USA) or Certification in Athletic Therapy (Athletic Training in the USA);
· Valid CPR certification (additional Emergency Sports First Responder or EMT courses preferred);
· At least 4 years of relevant clinical experience;
· Experience with manual therapy, exercise therapy and emergency care;
· Experience working with high-calibre athletes or dancers;
· Ability to work and communicate with medical and paramedical professionals;
· Adaptability to working with different cultures and different needs;
· Good computer skills;
· Fluency in English (French is an asset);
· Available to travel 100% of the time and to work in foreign countries.
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.
HERE IS AN OVERVIEW
- A variety of events used to enhance your experience. We are known for our great sense of coming together.
- A lot of challenges to boost your career.
- A group insurance program.
- The chance to travel the world and meet new people!!
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
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