Physiotherapist I - COPD Team

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

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Calgary is seeking a Physiotherapist I to assess and develop exercise plans for patients with COPD. This role involves collaborating with various healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes and requires strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy and experience working with seniors. This is an on-site position with some mobility requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta.
• Certified Respiratory Educator Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop exercise plans tailored to improve well-being.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to enhance patients' quality of life.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and educate clients and families.

Skills

Knowledge and experience working with Seniors

Strong communication skills

Time management skills

Critical thinking

Decison-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

Tools

Laptop computer

Mobile phone

Job description

Your Opportunity

As a Physiotherapist I, you assess patients (clients, resident), develop and administer/oversee exercise plans patient-tailored to improve the physical and psychological well-being of patients with COPD. You will be responsible to educate patients and their families on the role of physical activity to improve symptoms related to COPD. You will collaborate with other professionals to enhance clinical outcomes.

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: Seniors Central, IHRC & COPD Teams
• Primary Location: Sunridge Medical Gallery
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 26-NOV-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 06-DEC-2025Temporary End Date: 31-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 60
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• 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

This is an ON-SITE position. This position involves working with a multi-disciplinary team to provide COPD education and interventions to enhance the quality of life for COPD clients in the community. Knowledge and experience working with Seniors is required. You will be reporting to the Seniors Central Care Manager and there is an expectation to be a mobile worker. This role requires travel within the city of Calgary including caring for clients in their homes or in the community. You will be responsible to operate a laptop computer and mobile phone, and for manual handling (lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing and pulling) as a regular part of the job. For example: lifting of approximately 30 pounds in and out of a vehicle on a regular basis and carrying this weight up and down stairs throughout the day is common within this job. Learning resources and training are provided to safely perform work.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Respiratory Educator Certification 2 years Home Care experience preferred. Excellent organizational and time management skills- able to efficiently organize many details in a time efficient manner. Proven critical thinking and decision-making skills. Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Strong communication and education skills. Strong computer skills.