Physiotherapist I

Alberta Health Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Calgary is seeking a Physiotherapist I to join the South Health Campus inpatient team. You will deliver direct patient care across orthopedic, neurology, general surgery and medical units as needed, under supervision.

This role emphasizes collaborative practice, critical thinking, and discharge planning within an interprofessional team, with opportunities for professional growth in a busy urban acute care setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation.
• Completion of Connect Care- Allied Health ILT.
• Experience working as a Physical Therapist with Allied Health in an adult urban acute in-patient medical or surgical unit in the last year.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions to enable clients to achieve optimum physical function and independence.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to plan and evaluate rehabilitation strategies.
• Supervise students and provide clinical supervision where appropriate.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Registered with College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Job description

Your Opportunity:

The SHC is more than just a hospital. It is a campus environment that includes inpatient, outpatient and wellness services, as well as prevention and public health learning opportunities for the community. The SHC has four key pillars of service: Collaborative Practice, Wellness, Patient and Family Centered Care, and Innovation. These pillars are guiding the development and delivery of service to all patients and families at SHC. We are looking for a collaborative and innovative Physical therapist to join our multidisciplinary team and provide direct patent care to the Inpatient Team. This position may provide coverage to orthopedics, neurology, general surgery and medicine units (including ED and ICU), as required. Under the supervision of the Allied Health Assistant Manager and support from the Clinical Practice Leader, the PTI position will work within the established standards, directives and policies for the work environment and the profession. The successful incumbent will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain collaborative working relationships. They will demonstrate sound clinical judgement and critical thinking skills, as well as have strong time management and prioritization skills. The caseload and work hours for all positions within the Allied Health department may be subject to change based on operational considerations.

Description:

As the Physiotherapist I (PT), you will provide therapeutic interventions to enable clients to achieve optimum physical function and independence in development, disease, disability, chronic conditions, illness and functional decline. You will provide intervention (i.e. prevention, triage, screening, assessment, diagnosis, goal setting, treatment, management, education, consultation, fostering resourcefulness, case management, referral and transition support to individuals, groups, populations and communities. You will include clients and families as integral members of the health care team, encouraging their active participation in all aspects of care. The PT collaborates with patient(s) and families in determining, implementing and evaluating appropriate rehabilitation strategies. You will participate in a variety of interprofessional teams to build awareness, enrich supports and engage in quality improvement; partnering with healthcare providers, patients, families and other stakeholders to advance services for their clients. You will contribute to quality improvement and their professional community; participates in peer mentoring; and supervises students. You may provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides and Provisional Physiotherapists.

Classification:

Classification: Physiotherapist I

Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH

Unit and Program: Allied Health

Primary Location: South Health Campus

Location Details: As Per Location

Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 25-SEP-2026

Employee Class: Regular Full Time

Date Available: 13-OCT-2026

Hours per Shift: 7.75

Length of Shift in weeks: 2

Shifts per cycle: 10

Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends

Days Off: As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary: $42.51

Maximum Salary: $56.60

Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) through Heart & Stroke Foundation.

Completion of Connect Care- Allied Health ILT.

Experience working as a Physical Therapist with Allied Health in an adult urban acute in-patient medical or surgical unit in the last year.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an adult urban acute care/hospital in the following areas preferred: Orthopedics, General Medicine, and Critical Care in the last 2 years.

Experience assessing for and providing equipment recommendations.

Strong discharge planning skills and knowledge of rehabilitation programs and community supports.

Knowledge of the Alberta Bone and Joint Health Institute’s Care Paths for Hip and Knee Conditions.