Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy

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

Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing, and exclusive staff perks.

Growth That Meets Your Ambition Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training, and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to the full scope and deliver excellent care. As a social enterprise, we support research into seniors’ health and Aging.

Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation, and strengthen communities across Canada.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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

Competence in supervising therapy assistants

Clear Vulnerable Sector and Criminal Record Checks

Up-to-date immunization record

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness, and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity, and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. COVID-19 : To protect the health of our clients, teams, and communities, all SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14+ days since the final dose).

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