Physiotherapist I

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

Job summary

Alberta Health Services seeks a Physiotherapist I for the Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Service (CRIS) within Assisted Living Alberta. You will assess and treat community-dwelling adults with complex needs, collaborating with OT, SLP, Recreation Therapy and Social Work to optimize function and independence.

You’ll provide supervision to students and Therapy Assistants, maintain records, and contribute to quality improvement while working across Strathcona Community Hospital and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.
• 2+ years experience with neurological patients and complex needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy and therapeutic interventions to community-dwelling adults.
• Perform patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Supervise and mentor Physiotherapy students and Therapy Assistants where required.
• Maintain clinical records and provide rehabilitation consultations to staff.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organization

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Registration with College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity with the Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Services (CRIS) within Assisted Living Alberta, Specialty Programs for a Physical Therapist I interested in working with adults living in the community who have multi-disciplinary rehabilitation needs. The Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Service (CRIS) program is seeking a Physical Therapist I to provide physical therapy, patient assessment, and treatment to community dwelling adults with complex and neurological conditions. This position provides the opportunity to work within an interdisciplinary team including Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Recreation Therapy, and Social Work and a variety of other disciplines. The successful candidate will be required to maintain adequate clinical records, provide rehabilitation services, provide rehabilitation consultation to other staff, as well as mentor and supervise Physical Therapy students andTherapy Assistants. The ability to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and community-based medical and Assisted Living Alberta Specialty Program clinicians to provide effective and appropriate patient care and discharge planning is an essential part of this role. This position supports CRIS services offered at all three locations (Strathcona Community Hospital, Kaye Edmonton Clinic, Mother Rosalie Health Services Centre).

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.

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Service, Assisted Living Albertas
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Temporary End Date: 28-APR-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Transition Company: Assisted Living Alberta
• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Community Rehabilitation Interdisciplinary Service, Assisted Living Albertas
• Primary Location: Strathcona Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 19-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/SUNDAY
• 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:

A minimum of 2 years recent experience working with neurological patients and patients with complex needs. Must possess strong assessment, communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated problem solving, planning and organization skills. Must demonstrate a strong patient/family-centered approach to care. Working knowledge of computer applications including word processing, email and internet access. Ability to be self-directed and to effectively work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Must possess a sound understanding of the community and the determinants of health. Strong assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills. Basic Cardiac Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP). The PT may be required to maintain a standing position and perform up to a medium level of work (20-50 lbs. handled occasionally), including bending and/or rotation related to client transfers or therapeutic exercises intervention. PT may sit for long periods of time on small chairs/stools or on the floor depending on the site. Required to bend, pull, lift, perform variable movements and position changes (may be required to assume awkward positions). Initiative and ability to work independently in clinical and virtual settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree, experience working in Connect Care is considered an asset. Experience working in an outpatient clinic setting. Experience working with interdisciplinary teams. Experience supervising Therapy Assistants and students. Experience providing virtual assessment and treatment. Group facilitation skills preferred.

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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