Physiotherapist I – Convenant Zone, Edmonton, Alberta

Physiotherapy Association; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Edmonton, Alberta, seeks a Physiotherapist I to join the Breathe Easy Norwood program. The PT provides direct client-focused care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, assesses status, and helps develop and implement an integrated plan of care.

You must be a graduate of physical therapy, registered with the Alberta College of Physiotherapists, and hold BLS (Level C). Strong communication, leadership, and patient education skills are required; MS Office proficiency

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy program and registered in Alberta.
• Active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta is required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct client-focused therapeutic care with interdisciplinary team.
• Assess clients' physical status and participate in plan of care development.
• Implement and evaluate patient-centered treatment plans.
• Adhere to Covenant Health policies and professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Patient education

Education

Physical Therapy degree

Active registration with Alberta College of Physiotherapists

BLS Healthcare Provider (Level C)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Covenant Health – Physiotherapist I – Convenience Zone, Edmonton, Alberta

Location: Gene Zwozdesky Centre Norwood, Edmonton, Alberta

Description

The Physical Therapist I (PT) is responsible for providing direct client focused therapeutic care, in collaboration and consultation with other members of the interdisciplinary team. The PT assesses physical status of clients, participates in the development and implementation of an integrated plan of care. The PT is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with established standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values, policies and procedures of Covenant Health. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

Classification & Details

• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Breathe Easy Program – Norwood
• Primary Location: Gene Zwozdesky Centre Norwood
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 40
• Posting End Date: 23-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 02-NOV-2026
• Hours per Shift: 75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 4
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy program or recognized equivalent required.
• Active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta is required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with demonstrated analytical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient education skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within interprofessional teams.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Ability to assess, implement, and evaluate patient-centered treatment plans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in community-based care and/or cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• Experience facilitating group programming.
• Background in respiratory care, including the management of chronic obstructive and restrictive lung diseases.
• Experience delivering group and individual education on disease management, energy conservation, and breathing retraining techniques.
• AADL Authorizer designation.