Requisition ID: 385515
Position Number: 20077524
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
City: Winnipeg
Employer: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Site: Grace Hospital
Department / Unit: Physiotherapy - GGH
Job Stream: Clinical
Union: MAHCP
Anticipated Start Date: 08/11/2025

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Athletic Therapist assesses and treats patients in accordance with established orthopedic surgical protocols in order to restore and maintain optimal musculoskeletal function, prevent disability, and promote wellbeing. They work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to assist patients in their recovery from Orthopedic surgery, including collaboration with Surgeons, Physicians, Nursing, Physiotherapists and other HealthCare professionals and support staff.

EXPERIENCE

• Recent and related direct patient/resident/client care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

EDUCATION (DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE)

• Certified with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), which requires completion of a recognized four-year BSc program in Kinesiology and Applied Health, with a major in Athletic Therapy.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be in good physical health and be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with patients/residents/clients.
• Must be able to safely transfer patients/residents/clients who may have limited or no weight-bearing abilities, with or without the use of equipment, as appropriate
• Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination or dexterity, agility, strength and endurance to perform the complete spectrum of job functions.
• Must be able to work in environments with potential exposure to dust, grease, oil, infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, allergens, physical/emotional stress, and noise.
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated patients/residents/clients and visitors. Training and ongoing support are provided to manage such situations.
• May be required to occasionally work overtime hours.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.
• May be required to handle acute patient/client/resident care during emergent situations. Training and education concerning this will be provided upon orientation as determined by site’s policy and procedure.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.
Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.
Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process