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Therapy Assistant

@ Alberta Health Services

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Edmonton, Alberta

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Overview

Alberta Health Services is hiring a Therapy Assistant for a temporary full-time term from November 2026 to December 2027 in Home and Community Care, working independently in clients' homes. The role runs on rotating days, evenings and weekends with a 7.75-hour shift, and pays $27.44 to $34.39 per hour. The posting is closed.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver rehabilitation therapy in clients' homes
  • Work independently across varied home settings
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team, clients and families
  • Complete documentation and computer-based records

Requirements summary:

  • Diploma from an accredited Therapy Assistant program
  • BCLS-HCP certification
  • Driver's licence and vehicle
  • Ability to lift 25-30 lb medical bags
  • Strong computer and typing skills

Tools & skills

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft PowerPointVisioOutlookConnect Care
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Employer posting date
2026-10-16
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2026-10-17
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Hours per week38.75
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingHome, Client sites, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · lift 30 lb · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsBCLS-HCP
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyRehabilitation Therapy Assistant

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Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together.

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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.

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Reported office locations
  • 10030 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3E4, CA
  • 1620 29 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4L7, CA
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  • Alberta Health Services
Specialties
  • Health Support and Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersEdmonton, Alberta
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded2008
SpecialtiesHealth Support and Services
Open jobs on Jobsy2,126
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Job description
Thanks for your interest in the Therapy Assistant position. Unfortunately this position has been closed but you can search our 1,924 open jobs by clicking here.

  • Transition Company:
    • Assisted Living Alberta
  • Classification:
    • Therapy Assistant LC
  • Union:
    • HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
  • Unit and Program:
    • Home and Community Care
  • Primary Location:
    • CN Tower
  • Location Details:
    • As Per Location
  • Multi-Site:
    • Not Applicable
  • FTE:
    •  1.00
  • Posting End Date:
    • 26-OCT-2026
  • Temporary Employee Class:
    • Temp F/T Benefits
  • Date Available:
    • 16-NOV-2026
  • Temporary End Date:
    • 28-DEC-2027
  • Hours per Shift:
    • 7.75
  • Length of Shift in weeks:
    • 12
  • Shifts per cycle:
    • 60
  • Shift Pattern:
    • Days, Evenings, Weekends
  • Days Off:
    • As Per Rotation
  • Minimum Salary:
    •  $27.44
  • Maximum Salary:
    •  $34.39
  • Vehicle Requirement:
    • Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:

Completion of diploma from an accredited post-secondary rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program or equivalent training may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support- Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP). Communication and assessment skills to work cooperatively and effectively with the healthcare team members, clients, and their families in a fast-paced environment. Strong professional judgment, initiative, and effective time management skills are necessary. The successful candidate will work independently in clients’ homes, which could include congregate settings, single family dwellings, condos and/or walk-up apartments. Therefore, the successful candidate must be able to work in different settings and environments (home environments and weather conditions), as well as be able to lift and carry medical bags, which weigh approximately 25-30 lbs. At the time of interview, you may be required to demonstrate your computer knowledge and proficiency by completing a hands-on assessment. You must demonstrate sufficient typing speed to meet workload demand and navigate through various computer programs including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Visio, Outlook and Internet.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a Continuing Care setting. Knowledge of Connect Care. Palliative Care experience.

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