Physiotherapist I - Outpatient, Cancer Care Alberta

The Central Alberta Cancer Centre (CACC), is currently searching for a Physiotherpist I (PTI) to join our dedicated Cancer Care Alberta Team. The (PTI) will deliver meaningful outpatient rehabilitation oncology care in a collaborative, patient-focused environment while enjoying consistent day shifts and flexible scheduling with days, hours, and FTE negotiable. You will provide comprehensive outpatient assessment, treatment, education, and consultation to adult patients experiencing cancer-related impairments such as lymphedema, chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, cording, fatigue, mobility and range of motion limitations, neurological concerns, and pain and symptom challenges across a range of diagnoses including breast and head and neck cancers. The PTI will lead patient education classes and work closely with an interdisciplinary team and community partners to support optimal patient outcomes. In this dynamic role, you may serve as a direct care provider, consultant, educator, and advocate while contributing to mentorship, professional development, and quality improvement or research initiatives that advance best practices in rehabilitation oncology. Build a rewarding career in a respected regional cancer centre with a strong team culture, clinical variety, and the flexibility to support your work-life balance. Located in the heart of Red Deer, the CACC offers access to a growing, innovative healthcare environment and a welcoming community with easy access to urban amenities and the outdoors. Join our supportive and engaged team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and making a tangible difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families every day. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of their Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.

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.

Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in an inpatient or outpatient acute care or rehabilitation area, (e.g. neurology, orthopedics, medicine, geriatrics, palliative care and home care). Experience in providing physiotherapy in an interdisciplinary team is essential. Proficiency in Microsoft office program and basic computer skills. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and decision-making skills, in a complex environment. BCLS certification required. It’s Your Move Patient Handling annual certification required. Must have a good understanding of appropriate body mechanics and It’s Your Move Patient Handling techniques and policies. New graduates or students in final year of a recognized PT program are encouraged to apply.

Oncology experience, specifically pain/symptom control, head and neck cancers, cancers of CNS, breast cancer and lymphedema management. Professional development/certification related to oncologic services, e.g. lymphedema management, manual lymphatic drainage and acupuncture. Established relationships with relevant programs in Cancer Care Alberta. Experience in Connect Care/EPIC electronic documentation. Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) Authorizer.