Physical Therapist
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Original job description
Company Description Alberta Injury Management brings over 40 years of experience addressing diverse health challenges for thousands of patients. Supported by a carefully selected multidisciplinary team, the organization delivers effective solutions in work injury management, physical therapy, sports injury care, and chronic pain therapy.
The team collaborates with employers and medical teams to support our patients and provide rehabilitation that promotes safe, sustainable return to work and life. Their experience across multiple industries, combined with a strong emphasis on personalized care, creates a distinctive service model. We team up with patiets to guide their return to optimal function.
Role Description The Physical Therapist role is a contract, on-site position based in Edmonton, AB. The Physical Therapist will assess patients with work-related, sports, and chronic pain injuries, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-informed therapeutic interventions. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting function based assessments, documenting progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and communicating ss apprpriate, with employers, insurers, and others to support recovery. The role also involves educating patients on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and self-management strategies, as well as maintaining accurate clinical records and adhering to regulatory and ethical standards.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Physical Therapy, with the ability to apply clinical knowledge to diverse musculoskeletal and occupational health conditions.
- Demonstrated experience in Rehabilitation and Return-to-Work planning, including function-based assessments and goal-oriented treatment programs.
- Proven commitment to high-quality Patient Care, including clear communication, empathy, and collaboration with patients and their support networks.
- Registered or eligible for registration as a Physical Therapist in Alberta, in good standing with the relevant regulatory body.
- Prior experience in occupational health, work injury management, or sports injury rehabilitation is an asset.
- Strong documentation skills, familiarity with electronic health records, and attention to detail in clinical reporting.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and communicate professionally with employers, insurers, and other stakeholders.
Alberta Injury Management offers opportunity for mentorship and exciting growth in the area of Performance Enhancement. If you’re looking to grow professionally, respond with your resume and cover letter to aim2recover@albertainjurymanagement.ca
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Responsibilities
Assess patients with work-related, sports, and chronic pain injuries; develop individualized treatment plans and deliver evidence-informed therapeutic interventions. Document progress, collaborate with the multidisciplinary team and relevant stakeholders, and educate patients on injury prevention, home exercises, and self-management.
Requirements
Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration as a Physical Therapist in Alberta and have a strong foundation in physical therapy, rehabilitation, and return-to-work planning. The role also requires strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills; experience in occupational health, work injury management, or sports rehabilitation is an asset.
Skills
- Physical Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Function-Based Assessments
- Individualized Treatment Planning
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Rehabilitation
- Return-to-Work Planning
- Musculoskeletal Injury Care
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Chronic Pain Management
- Patient Education
- Injury Prevention
- Home Exercise Programs
- Clinical Documentation
- Electronic Health Records
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Sports & Recreation
Keywords
- Physical Therapy
- Work Injury Management
- Sports Injury Care
- Chronic Pain Therapy
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Occupational Health
- Function-Based Assessments
- Evidence-Informed Interventions
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Rehabilitation
- Return-to-Work Planning
- Patient Care
- Injury Prevention
- Home Exercise Programs
- Self-Management
- Clinical Records
- Electronic Health Records
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Employer Communication
- Insurer Communication
- Alberta Registration
- Performance Enhancement