Physiotherapist I

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services seeks a Physiotherapist I at Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary to deliver rehabilitation services within acute neuro units. You will assess, treat, triage and educate patients with neurological conditions, collaborating with families and the care team.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, professional mentorship for students, and participation in quality improvement activities. AHS values safety, compassion, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions to enable clients to achieve optimum physical function and independence.
• Collaborate with patients and families as integral members of the care team.
• Participate in interprofessional teams to advance rehabilitation services and quality improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent decision making

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Foothills Medical Centre (FMC) is an Acute Care hospital with over 1,100 beds. It is the Trauma Centre for Southern Alberta, Eastern British Columbia and Western Saskatchewan. FMC has a Neuro Tertiary Unit as well as the majority of In-Patient Neurological services in Calgary.The present caseload for this position is in Acute Neurology covering the Spine unit (101), with the potential for coverage on any acute neuro unit (stroke - U100, mixed acute neurology - U111, U112) as required. The caseload for all positions within the Allied Health department may be subject to change based on operational considerations.This position is physically demanding and requires repetitive lifting and transferring of patients and/or equipment. The successful incumbent will show proficiencies in the following areas:Interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain collaborative working relationships with members of the interdisciplinary team.Self-direction and independent decision making, sound clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.Time management and prioritization skills, with a demonstrated ability to function effectively within a dynamic and challenging environment.Effective communication with a patient and family centered focus.Demonstrates problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.Creating innovative solutions for complex and diverse issues.Demonstrates commitment to and participation in activities which promote professional and personal growth and development.Actively integrates patient and family centered care principles into own clinical practice.Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the values of AHS – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety.

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: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Allied Health
• Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Allied Health
• Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 02-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days, 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:

Experience within the last year providing Physical Therapy interventions to adult patients in an acute hospital setting.Minimum 6 months experience (1.0 FTE) within the last 2 years working in the area of adult neurology.BLS for Health Care Providers Level C CPR certification issued within the last 12 months prior to commencement of employment.Ability to physically manage repetitive lifting and transferring of patients and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working with patients following back/neck surgery and Spinal Cord InjuryContinuing education in the area of neuro rehab.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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Calgary Zone, Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre

Calgary Zone, Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre