Job Description

Your Opportunity:Do you enjoy working in a supportive interdisciplinary team to impact the lives of individuals with complex conditions? Are you looking for unending career development options? If so, this opportunity to join our team at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (GRH) as a Physiotherapist I (PT I) will be perfect for you! As a PT I you'll play a pivotal role in providing direct client care to individuals with a wide range of conditions. From assessment to treatment, you'll work closely with patients to develop personalized rehabilitation plans that promote recovery and improve quality of life. Your responsibilities will extend beyond direct care, encompassing education, program planning, and evaluation to ensure the holistic well-being of our clients. As a PT I, you'll actively participate in initiatives aimed at promoting and maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety for our patients, their families, and caregivers. Your commitment to evidence-based practice will ensure provision of first-rate care. Supervising students and assistants, you'll facilitate quality clinical practice and educate clients, families, students, and colleagues on best practices in musculoskeletal rehabilitation. You'll have the opportunity to utilize various technologies and innovative approaches to optimize interventions. Our team is committed to delivering excellence in patient care and safety! Please note that the current assignment is in the Musculoskeletal team but may be subject to change based on operational requirements. AHS is a supportive employer, who offers endless growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits, including health and dental, where you and your family can truly thrive! If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career, apply now to join our team!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.

• Primary Care Alberta: N
• Recovery Alberta: N
• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Physical Therapy
• Primary Location: Glenrose Rehabilitation Hsp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 25-MAR-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 21-APR-2025
• Temporary End Date: 31-OCT-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.90
• Maximum Salary: $51.80
• 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:Master's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program required. Effective teaching skills, written and verbal communication skills, and computer skills are required. The successful incumbent will be capable of performing lifts, transfers, repositioning, and other physically demanding activities associated with this role. Responsible to maintain active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta throughout the duration of employment. Preferred Qualifications:Experience in a tertiary rehabilitation context, working with adults with Musculoskeletal conditions (Orthopedic or Amputees) preferred. Experience with Connect Care/EMR is considered an asset.

Alberta Health Services