Physiotherapist I

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services' Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physiotherapist I to deliver direct client care, including assessment and treatment, and to contribute to program planning and quality improvement. The role involves interprofessional collaboration, education, and possible supervision of students.

The incumbent will work in a dynamic rehabilitation setting, supporting adults with diverse conditions and may require shifts including days and weekends; 0.95 FTE with temporary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.
• Minimum of one year experience working in a tertiary rehab setting is required.
• Effective problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills, and computers skills are required.
• The successful incumbent will be capable of performing lifts, transfers, repositioning, and other physically demanding activities associated with this role.
• Proven critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze, synthesize and act on information is required as well as the ability to establish a high intensity treatment plan.
• Master's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program is preferred.
• Experience working in the rehabilitation of adult clients within a multi-disciplinary team/program is preferred.
• Experience with Connect Care is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care including assessment and treatment.
• Provide education and management of clients as well as program planning and evaluation.
• Participate in activities aimed at promoting, maintaining and improving quality and safety for patients, families and caregivers.
• May supervise students/interns/assistants; clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants may be required.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Current registration with College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Master's degree in Physiotherapy

Tools

Connect Care

Job description

Your Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with diverse rehabilitation needs? Are you seeking a dynamic environment where you can positively impact patients' lives, while also being backed by a supportive employer? Look no further – we're seeking someone like you to join our team at Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital as a dedicated Physiotherapist I! As a Physiotherapist I (PT I), you'll play a pivotal role in the provision of direct client care including assessment and treatment and indirect client care to support clients with diverse conditions. Provides education and management of clients as well as program planning and evaluation. Responsibilities include participation in activities and initiatives aimed at promoting, maintaining and improving quality and safety for patients, families and caregivers. Supervision of the clinical practice of students/interns/assistants may be required. Experience with inpatient/outpatient adult stroke and brain Injury clients is considered an asset. Program area subject to change based on operational requirements. Hours may vary depending on assignment.

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.

Information

• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Physical Therapy
• Primary Location: Glenrose Rehabilitation Hsp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.95
• Posting End Date: 22-SEP-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temporary Part Time
• Date Available: 02-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 19-MAR-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75, 3.875
• 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

• Minimum of one year experience working in a tertiary rehab setting is required.
• Effective problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills, and computers skills are required.
• The successful incumbent will be capable of performing lifts, transfers, repositioning, and other physically demanding activities associated with this role.
• Proven critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze, synthesize and act on information is required as well as the ability to establish a high intensity treatment plan.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program is preferred.
• Experience working in the rehabilitation of adult clients within a multi-disciplinary team/program is preferred.
• Experience with Connect Care is considered an asset.