Physiotherapist

Make an Impact on Seniors Health!

As a key member of the SE Health clinical team, the Physiotherapist will work with residents to increase their health and wellness. The suitable therapist will be able to work well independently and, within an interprofessional team focused on customer service focused, and have great people skills. Your passion is to use your caregiver knowledge, skill and judgment to provide integrated and holistic rehabilitation care to meet the physical, safety, emotional and spiritual needs of people of all ages and care needs.

Sign On Bonus for $5000

Why join our team?

• Competitive compensation.  Our Total Rewards package includes a competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and exclusive perks/discounts available only to SE Health staff
• Develop yourself with SE.  We have Tuition Assistance Programs, continuing education, training, and professional development to support your lifelong learning.  And our leadership team will support you to practice to full scope, to integrate the most current evidence into your practice, and to be part of a strong and supportive team that gives you the right mix of team and independence. SE’s orientation and development programs are designed to support both new and seasoned practitioners to excel, and to enable you to provide the very best care in a warm and nurturing way.
• Grow your career.  SE Health is a large national organization with diverse healthcare business lines.  You’ll have an opportunity – and will be supported – to do different types of patient-facing therapy roles in different locations if that is what you’re interested in.  Or you can pivot to supporting or leadership positions where you use your therapy skills as a foundation to contribute and make an impact in different ways.
• Manage your life.  At SE, you’ll have the flexibility to control your schedule to balance your life around child care or elder care, or whatever it is you need to do to have a healthy balance of life and work.  You have the freedom to set and adjust your schedule, with your roster of clients.
• Support to be your best.  SE Therapists are afforded the time they need to help their patients, to build rapport, to accomplish patient care and recovery goals, and to understand the home and life environments that impact recovery in a way you can’t in most other settings. At SE, you meet your patients where they are, and together you take them to new heights!

JOB SUMMARY:  

As a key member of the interprofessional clinical team, the Physiotherapist is responsible for assessing, planning, and delivering evidence-based rehabilitation services that enhance residents’ mobility, function, and quality of life within a long-term care environment.

This role integrates both physiotherapy and occupational therapy principles, supporting residents in achieving optimal independence in physical function, mobility, activities of daily living (ADLs), and participation in meaningful routines.

The Physiotherapist provides clinical leadership, collaborates with therapy assistants and nursing staff, and contributes to care planning and quality improvement initiatives that align with SE Health’s mission of delivering holistic, person-centered care.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Assessment and Intervention: (50%)

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents’ physical and functional abilities.
• Develop individualized, goal-oriented rehabilitation and mobility plans in collaboration with the resident, family, and interdisciplinary team.
• Incorporate occupational therapy principles such as adaptive equipment recommendations, seating and positioning assessments, environmental modifications, and ADL retraining to promote safety and independence.
• Provide and document direct treatment, education, and supervision to therapy assistants implementing treatment plans.
• Monitor resident progress, reassess as needed, and adjust interventions accordingly.
• Support restorative and fall prevention programs, mobility maintenance, and transfer training.
• Educate residents and families on exercise programs, equipment use, posture, joint protection, and home safety.
• Provide coaching to caregivers and team members to ensure consistent support for resident goals.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration (25%)

• Participate in care conferences, interdisciplinary rounds and resident safety quality rounds.
• Provide clinical input into care plans and ensure therapy goals are integrated with overall care objectives.
• Collaborate closely with nursing, recreation, and dietary teams to promote holistic resident well-being.
• Act as a resource for staff in safe handling, mobility techniques, and environmental adaptation.

Documentation and Compliance: (20%)

• Complete documentation in accordance with AHS Continuing Care Health Service Standards and SE Health clinical documentation policies.
• Maintain accurate assessment records, treatment notes, and progress summaries in the electronic health record (PointClickCare).
• Ensure compliance with privacy, infection prevention, and safety standards.

Quality Improvement: (5%)

• Contribute to quality and risk initiatives such as falls prevention, mobility audits, and safe lifting practices.
• Participate in staff education, mentoring therapy assistants, and supporting interdisciplinary learning.
• Stay current with research, clinical best practices, and evidence-informed rehabilitation models relevant to geriatric and long-term care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university

·         Active registration and practice permit with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta

·         Recent clinical experience in long-term care, supportive living, or geriatric rehabilitation

·         Familiarity with occupational therapy domains of practice, including ADL retraining, adaptive equipment, and environmental assessments considered an asset

·         Excellent clinical reasoning and holistic assessment skills

·         Strong interpersonal and communication abilities

·         Effective collaboration within an interdisciplinary care environment

·         Competence in supervising therapy assistants

·         Proficiency in electronic documentation (e.g., PointClickCare)

·         Current CPR and BCLS

·         Clear Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Checks

·         Up-to-date immunization record

About SE Health

At SE, we love what we do.  Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada.  We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@sehc.com at your earliest convenience.