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ANGIE WEST

Head Athletic Therapist
Montreal,QC

Summary

Dynamic healthcare management and athletic therapy professional emphasizing rehabilitation planning and the cultivation of supportive recovery environments. Proven leadership and exceptional communication abilities, coupled with a high degree of adaptability in fast-paced settings. Committed to upholding high performance care standards while actively promoting professional growth within the sports medicine team. Passionate about enhancing patient outcomes through innovative approaches and collaborative teamwork.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Athletic Therapist

MAA Club Sportif
09.2023 - Current
  • Utilized evidence-based practice to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated return-to-sport protocols utilizing a progressive approach to activity progression.
  • Developed comprehensive rehabilitation plans for athletes with musculoskeletal injuries, including education, strength and conditioning, manual therapy techniques, and other modalities.

Clinic Manager & Athletic Therapist

Clinique Set
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed daily operations including staffing schedules, inventory, equipment maintenance, and safety protocols.
  • Lead the recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff members.
  • Organized educational workshops and experiences for staff professional development and client experience.

Performance Medicine Therapist

Cirque Du Soleil
06.2011 - 08.2023

Performance Medicine Therapist- International Headquarters August 2021- August 2023

  • Collaborated with Human Performance Manager to resume operations following the closure of the company during Covid Pandemic.
  • Created and oversaw rehabilitative programs for athletes with long term injuries.


Head of Rehabilitation- International Headquarters April 2019-July 2020

  • Lead team of multi-disciplinary clinicians that provided athlete centered rehabilitative services.
  • Organized and performed intake evaluations for new performers in order to mitigate risk factors.
  • Coordinated performance medicine, coaching and strength and conditioning teams to develop education around injury risk reduction strategies.
  • Developed, implemented and documented emergency response procedures in collaboration with health and safety team.
  • Arranged continuing education opportunities for department.


Touring Performance Medicine Therapist 2011-2019

  • Organized and attended medical appointments and ensured proper documentation was submitted to HR/insurance team.
  • Lead emergency response training and education for technical rescue teams in high stress environment.
  • Cultivated positive and safe environment for performers to mange health.
  • Provided clear and concise communications with the operational stakeholders regarding injury timelines.

Clinical and Biomechanical Specialist

Emovi Inc.
09.2020 - 08.2021
  • Provided high level clinical and technical education regarding Knee Kinesiography (KneeKG).
  • Served as primary contact for clients regarding training and interpretations of KneeKG data.

Clinical Athletic Trainer

The Steadman Clinic
08.2009 - 06.2011
  • Served as the clinical athletic trainer in busy orthopedic practice.
  • Provided on site medical coverage for Ski & Snowboard Club of Vail as well as other extreme sporting events (Dew Tour, X-Games).

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Athletic Training

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT, US
05.2008

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Athletic Training

Washington State University
Pullman, WA, US
05.2006

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Teamwork and communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Attention to detail

Certification

Certified Athletic Therapist

Timeline

Athletic Therapist

MAA Club Sportif
09.2023 - Current

Clinic Manager & Athletic Therapist

Clinique Set
01.2023 - Current

Clinical and Biomechanical Specialist

Emovi Inc.
09.2020 - 08.2021

Performance Medicine Therapist

Cirque Du Soleil
06.2011 - 08.2023

Clinical Athletic Trainer

The Steadman Clinic
08.2009 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Athletic Training

Washington State University

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Athletic Training

University of Connecticut
ANGIE WESTHead Athletic Therapist