Physiotherapist I

Alberta Health Services; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team at a vibrant facility in Fort McMurray as a part-time Physiotherapist. This role offers the chance to provide therapeutic interventions and develop rehabilitation plans in a supportive environment. You'll collaborate with clients and families, ensuring they are active participants in their healthcare journey. With a focus on quality improvement and team collaboration, this position not only enhances your professional growth but also allows you to make a significant impact on the community. Embrace the opportunity to work in a stunning location surrounded by nature while being part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Fort McMurray Allowance

Professional development opportunities

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 help clients achieve optimal physical function.
• Collaborate with clients and families to determine rehabilitation strategies.
• Contribute to quality improvement efforts and supervise students.

Skills

Therapeutic Interventions

Assessment and Diagnosis

Goal Setting

Patient Education

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Your Opportunity:

A new team at Willow Square Continuing Care Centre in Fort McMurray requires a part-time (0.5 FTE) Physiotherapist to join a multidisciplinary team for a 10-bed short stay rehabilitation unit. The Physiotherapist I (Physiotherapist) will be responsible for comprehensive assessments, consultations, and treatment programs for clients. This position offers an opportunity to be an integral part of a supportive team, demonstrating initiative and leadership. You will actively participate in program development within a patient- and family-focused environment, utilizing evidence-based practices to coordinate and develop rehabilitation plans, and providing direction to a Therapy Assistant. This role also offers the chance to develop within a new program.

Located in Fort McMurray, on Treaty 8 territory and traditional Métis lands, the city offers a vibrant community with social, arts, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Surrounded by boreal forests, lakes, rivers, and provincial parks, it provides a stunning landscape. Alberta Health Services offers a competitive pay rate, along with a Fort McMurray Allowance of up to $12,480 annually, payable hourly for all paid hours at the basic rate.

Description:

As a Physiotherapist I, you will provide therapeutic interventions to help clients achieve optimal physical function and independence across various conditions, including development, disease, disability, chronic conditions, and functional decline. Your responsibilities include prevention, triage, screening, assessment, diagnosis, goal setting, treatment, management, education, consultation, resourcefulness fostering, case management, referral, and transition support for individuals, groups, and communities. You will involve clients and families as active members of the healthcare team, collaborating with them to determine, implement, and evaluate rehabilitation strategies. You will work within interprofessional teams to promote awareness, support, and quality improvement initiatives, partnering with healthcare providers, patients, families, and stakeholders to enhance services. Additionally, you will contribute to quality improvement efforts, participate in peer mentoring, and supervise students, including clinical supervision of Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides, and Provisional Physiotherapists.

Classification: Physiotherapist I
Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
Unit and Program: Allied Health Willow Square Transition Unit
Primary Location: Willow Square Continuing Care
FTE: 0.50
Posting End Date: 08-MAY-2025
Employee Class: Regular Part Time
Date Available: 18-MAY-2025
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Shift Pattern: Days
Salary Range: $38.90 - $51.80 per hour
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 – Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP)

Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in Physiotherapy is preferred.