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Job Title:

Exercise Therapist I

Job Type:

Temporary Long Term (Fixed Term) / Full time

Job Location:

Edmonton, Alberta

Exercise Therapist I
Millard Health

Edmonton, AB

Temporary, Full-Time

Why WCB-Alberta?

We are a team that cares. Over 2,000 people, in four offices located in Edmonton and Calgary, each with unique skill, expertise and perspective that supports our core areas of business. Regardless of specialty, we are a team connected by a shared purpose and value.

As the independent operator and administrator of the province’s Workers’ Compensation Act, we come to work each day committed to over two million workers and over 170,000 Alberta employers. We are inspired by making a positive impact on the lives and businesses that have been impacted by workplace injuries.

Millard Health is a customer-focused organization geared towards excellence in disability management and rehabilitation services. We offer a variety of innovative assessment and treatment services that focus on our client’s abilities, employability, and lifestyle enhancement. Millard Health is at the forefront of innovation – health care is evolving, and we want to lead the way! We are focused on ensuring human centered design concepts are at the core of our treatment experience. We recognize the experience is as important as the outcome and are focused on a delightful client experience with tailored treatment that recognizes their unique individual needs.

Your Exercise Therapist responsibilities:

You will play a significant role in a multi-discipline team setting to enhance the rehabilitation experience and outcomes for our clients. We are seeking individuals who are interested in delivering leading edge clinical services and consistently focus on innovation and creativity in customer service, while always treating clients with fairness and respect. Some of your duties may include delivering rehabilitation programs, completing functional capacity evaluations (FCEs), and services at Employer worksites. We are also seeking individuals who are willing to change teams, learn new skills and work on specialized program teams such as: brain injury, traumatic psychological injury or post-COVID. You will provide frontline assessment, interventions, and education to our clients. Your ability to work well in an interdisciplinary setting is an asset. Duties may vary according to the program area.

Your experience and skills:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education/Kinesiology or equivalent.
• Registration (in good standing) with the Alberta Kinesiology Association (AKA) or eligible for registration with the AKA. Must have AKA within six months of date of hire.
• Computer experience and strong interpersonal skills complemented by well-developed written and verbal communication abilities.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience in occupational rehabilitation.
• Reliability and time management skills are integral to your success in this position.
• A valid Alberta Drivers’ License and the ability to travel overnight within the province as well as independent travel to complete off-site services is required.

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities that foster a healthy work-life balance. You’ll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative work environment. For more information, please see our the Collective Agreement between WCB-Alberta and Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA).

Salary: Grade H4, HSAA Start Rate: $73,403.16 to Job Rate: $92,993.66 per annum.

These are temporary full-time position(s) for approximately one year with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a security clearance.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Closing Date: April 18, 2024