Physiotherapist I

Join our dynamic and supportive Calgary Rural Pediatric Allied Health team! We are committed to creating a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment while delivering high-quality, family-centered care to children and families in rural communities. The pediatric physiotherapist position is based out of the Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre and supports children and families ages 0-18 years who live in rural communities south of Calgary to Claresholm. Working under the supervision of the Rural Pediatric Allied Health manager, the physiotherapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team performing duties that align with the new AHS Pediatric Rehabilitation Service Priorities. Our child and family-centered approach emphasizes early intervention, functional skill development, and meaningful participation at home and in the community. In this role, you will collaborate with families to set personalized goals and provide interventions that support their child’s development. Please note this position is located outside of Calgary city limits in the Okotoks office. Travel to other rural communities in the Foothills region is required.

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.

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

Demonstrated knowledge of Physiotherapy and techniques suitable for the pediatric population. Minimum 2-5 years experience working in a community setting. Current BLS-HC provider certificate. Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Embraces teamwork

Experience working on a multidisciplinary team. Values the importance of teamwork and demonstrates effective teamwork skills. AADL authorization recommended. Creative, innovative, and solution focused to manage complexity. Rural experience is an asset.