Physical Therapist - Jobs in Fort McMurray region

Job Description

We are thrilled to be helping our clients Accel Physical Therapy in their search for physical therapists in their highly reputable clinic in Fort McMurray!Accel Physical Therapy is deeply committed to providing the best rehabilitation services in Fort McMurray. They are dedicated to having fun, continued learning, and helping people in this great community. Accel offers a wide variety ofrehabilitation services to help our patients achieve the level of health and wellness that they require. Our team is heavily involved in the sporting community, with current contracts with the Oil Barons in the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL), Keyano College Huskies, the Fort McMurray Oil Giants in the Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) and Norfort Gymnastics Club. We also have a great relationship with the junior high and high school football as well as Strongman competitions.Over the last 8 years since we opened this clinic, we have developed a great reputation in the community. We have a wonderful relationship with the local Orthopaedic and General Surgeons as well as the local Physicians and have achieved a near perfect Google review score with over 200 reviews.They are looking for a full-time Registered Physical Therapist to join our well established multidisciplinary Physical Therapy and Massage Therapy clinic that is FCAMPT Certified. They are looking for someone who is passionate about their career and pride themselves on providing an exceptional level of patient care. They are offering the successful candidate a great recruitment package including a signing bonus, an extensive health benefit plan and competitive compensation as an Employee. We have scheduling availability on mornings, evenings, and weekends.New Graduates: This is a great opportunity to start your career and learn from a team with a lot of experience. Accel offers an exceptional recruitment package that you will not find anywhere else in the country.The recruitment process is simple. Candidates with the right skillset will have a preliminary interview with the recruitment team. If successful, they’ll have an interview with the owners of Accel Physical Therapy.How You #39;ll Make a Difference:

• Carry out comprehensive subjective and objective assessment to allow for adequate understanding of the patient’s medical history, symptoms, and goals for treatment.
• Eager to learn new methods and share ideas and challenges with the other practitioners.
• Willing to collaborate with the other practitioners to provide the best outcome possible for the patient.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans for each patient.
• Provide patients with guidance, education, and expertise on all areas of their treatment.
• Collaborate with other health care practitioners at Accel Physical Therapy to develop and implement short- and long-term patient care plans.
• Document treatment notes electronically and ensure accurate documentation of all aspects of the patients care, from initial assessment to discharge.
• Document patient care activity concisely and accurately, according to the College guidelines.
• Perform complimentary modalities.
• Uphold the mission, vision, and values of Accel Physical Therapy.

You’ll Also be Sure to:

• Build strong rapport and trust with patients from a variety of backgrounds.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to enable optimal health for patients.
• Communicate with appropriate 3rd parties, such as referral sources, insurance companies, and other health care professionals.
• Abide by the facility’s high standards of maintaining patient confidentiality and facility business processes.
• Participate in business and community development initiatives to drive growth of the patient base.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Have fun in a supportive workplace culture!

RequirementsWhat You Bring to the Table:

• You are a Registered Physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta
• Valid professional liability insurance
• Excellent assessment and rehabilitation skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in an innovative and integrative team environment
• Professional and friendly
• Professional development courses considered an asset - Manual Therapy Levels, Dry Needling/IMS, Acupuncture, Concussion Management, Pelvic Health Certification etc.
• Interest and knowledge in Manual Therapy
• New Grads are welcome to apply and will be offered supervision from an FCAMPT Certified Physical Therapists

BenefitsThe Perks:

• A limited WCB Caseload
• Free Supervision from an FCAMPT for new graduates
• Extended Health Benefit Plan including long term and short term disability benefits (50% paid by Accel)
• $10,000 Signing Bonus for established Physical Therapists when you join with a 2 year commitment
• Morning and evening shifts
• Collaborative Team environment
• Employment as an Employee, which means Statutory Holiday Pay
• Yearly Education Allowance ($3000)
• Corporate rate at the Syncrude Sport and Wellness Centre Gym