Physiotherapist I

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Calgary invites applications for a Physiotherapist I (Casual/Relief) at Rockyview General Hospital. You will assess, treat and discharge patients, provide interventions to improve physical function, and work in an inter-professional Allied Health team across acute care settings.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses and therapists, supervise students, and contribute to quality improvement while maintaining patient- and family-centered care.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions to enable clients to achieve optimum physical function.
• Assess, treat and discharge patients in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams and supervise students.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Current BCLS-HCP

Job description

RGH is a metropolitan hospital with over 600 inpatient beds; it is also the main site for urology and ophthalmology specialties. RGH is located next to the scenic Glenmore Reservoir in Southwest Calgary. RGH Allied Health department works collaboratively with all clinical teams: Emergency, ICU/CCU, Medical/Surgical Units, Transition Units, Mental Health, Orthopaedics and the Acute Geriatric Units. This position may provide coverage to all service areas listed above. Operating under a Primary Therapist model and working in conjunction with an Occupational Therapist, this Physiotherapy role involves assessing, treating, and discharging patients. Job duties will be varied and will require a comprehensive range of Physiotherapy skills. The environment can be challenging and fast-paced, so we are looking for a clinician who demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work cohesively in an inter-disciplinary setting. You will be effective in time management and demonstrate professional initiative. You will also be a critical thinker with the ability to work autonomously and demonstrate good team player qualities of humility and compassion, easily getting along with your peers, and showing a focus on PFCC. As part of RGH values, we support clinicians to engage in projects they find add value and meaning to the workplace and to their profession. This position is physically demanding and requires repetitive lifting and transferring of patients and/or equipment. Weekend and evening coverage and student supervision is expected for all positions on the Physiotherapy team. Caseloads for all positions within the AH department may be subject to change based on operational considerations. Hours and days of work will be discussed with the successful candidate.

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: Rockyview General Hospital
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 11-JAN-2027
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Days Off: Other
• 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: Rockyview General Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 29-DEC-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 11-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: Other
• 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:

Current (BCLS-HCP) required. Experience as a Physiotherapist in urban adult Acute Care.

Preferred Qualifications:

1+ years’ experience working as a Physiotherapist in urban adult Acute Care.Experience in medicine/surgery. Experience in critical care. Experience working on Specialized Geriatric and Transition units. Experience working with geriatric populations. Orthopaedic experience. Experience with cardio-respiratory.

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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