Physiotherapist I

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapist I for the Supportive Living program in Red Deer. In this full-time role, you will provide therapeutic interventions, collaborate with clients and families, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and current registration with the provincial college.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.
• Eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation strategies.
• Collaborate with clients and families in care processes.
• Participate in interprofessional teams for quality improvement.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Patient assessment

Collaboration

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Your Opportunity:

As a Physical Therapist I in this Supportive Living position, much of your work will be independent, although you will be expected to communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team regarding clients residing at the facility, as well as community partners. In this role you will be supported by the Allied Health Area Manager and Physiotherapy Professional Practice Lead, with opportunities to connect with professionals in surrounding areas. You will provide clinical direction to a Therapy Assistant and may, on occasion, be offered the opportunity to share the responsibility for mentoring Physiotherapy or Therapy Assistant students.

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.

Acute Care Alberta: N Primary Care Alberta: N Recovery Alberta: N Classification: Physiotherapist I Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Supportive Living Primary Location: Red Deer Bremner Ave Comm Hlth Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 16-JUN-2025 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 26-JUN-2025 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $38.90 Maximum Salary: $51.80 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

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

Additional Required Qualifications:

Eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association required. Heart & Stroke: BCLS-HCP certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Current AADL Authorizer preferred.