Physical Therapy Consultant

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Physical Therapy Consultant

Millard Health - Edmonton, Alberta

Casual Position(s)

Why WCB-Alberta?

We are a team that cares. Over 2,000 people, each with unique skills, expertise and perspective, work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers. Located in four offices in Edmonton and Calgary, we are a team connected by a shared purpose and value.

As the independent operator and administrator of the province's Workers' Compensation Act, WCB-Alberta provides protection for over two million workers and over 170,000 Alberta employers. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.

Millard Health is customer-focused and 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.

This position reports to a Service Manager and supports the Authorized Provider Network and Claimant Services. A high level of commitment is required to provide excellent client service in a very busy and demanding environment.

Your Physical Therapy Consultant responsibilities:

• Reviews requests for approval of treatment extensions of community physical therapy services as well as acupuncture services.

• Provides recommendations for the most appropriate and timely services for the client based on reported clinical findings.

• Provides advice and recommendations according to contract expectations.

• Communicates verbally or in writing to Claimant Services and authorized physical therapy providers.

• Consults with authorized and non-authorized physical therapy and/or acupuncture providers, occupational therapists and physical therapists in hospital settings, Return to Work Assessment and Program providers.

• Supports program evaluation and monitors contract compliance.

• Meets and consults with Community PT providers.

• Reviews research, physical therapy protocols, physical therapy programs and related technologies providing input for consideration by management.

Your experience and skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy; a Masters' Degree is desirable.

• Active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta, in good standing, is required is preferred.

• Considerable experience within physical therapy practice; experience or interest in interdisciplinary rehabilitation and the sports medicine approach to occupational rehabilitation are required.

• An understanding and knowledge of WCB policies and procedures.

• Highly respected and credible within the physical therapy community.

• To avoid potential conflict of interest, incumbent is not an elected member of the PACA Board of Directors.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and conflict management skills required.

• A strong team player and collaborative communication skills.

• Strong ability to problem-solve independently.

• High levels of diplomacy and negotiation skills are required.

• Excellent keyboarding skills.

You'll work with supportive leaders and skilled professionals in a caring and collaborative work environment. For more information, please refer to the Collective Agreement between WCB-Alberta (Millard Health) and Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA).

Salary: Grade H5M - $45.24 to $58.16 per hour

In accordance with the Collective Agreement between HSAA and WCB (Millard Health)

These are casual positions. The successful candidates would need to be available to work daytime shifts during the week and must reside in Alberta and be able to work in person in our Edmonton locations. Final candidates are required to undergo a security clearance as a condition of employment.

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: February 14, 2025