Performance Physiotherapist
December 31, 2025
Job Details
- Rate Compensation: $96000-120000
- Address: 11358 Barlow Trail Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada
- Company Website: https://orkaperformance.com/
Details
Company Name
ORKA Performance
Company Website
Address
11358 Barlow Trail Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada
Job Description
We are looking for a Performance Physiotherapist to join our team!
Sick of seeing 3-4 patients / hour?
Tired of working in an outdated model or never seeing clients motivated to make a full recovery?
Sick of being a contractor with a fixed % split with no room for growth?
Sick of continuously paying for your continued professional development, without any direction, pathway, or 1:1/group mentorship?
We are striving to change the delivery of physiotherapy in the private sector, and we are looking to add an individual who wants to be part of that change.
What to Expect?
1 on 1 long sessions.
A tiered system of pay with a menu of incentive options, and room for growth.
Collaboration with Sports Medicine Physicians, Physiatrists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Strength and Conditioning Specialists and Sports Scientists.
Routine Business and Clinical Individual & Team CPD, working with a rehab team delivering care using a modern evidence informed approach.
Access to ORKA-vetted and respected virtual educational platforms, paid for by the brand, to reduce barriers of access to develop technical and clinical skillsets.
Access to ORKA Education content, with offerings of both virtual and live events.
Access to ORKA Rounds, a weekly multi-disciplinary collaboration session to discuss challenging cases and pathologies.
2000 sq ft Rehabilitation Space and 3500 sq ft Performance Center
Sports Science Area (in partnership with VALD Performance) including dual force plates, isometric testing devices (Forceframe, Dynamo, Nordbord), isometric racks, speed gates (Smart Speed) and biomechanical analysis software to better inform your return to play decision making and improve outcomes.
Access to other rehabilitation technology like Virtual Reality, Blood Flow Restriction, Stroboscopic Goggles, surface EMG, digital inclinometers and accelerometers, IMU technology and athlete management softwares.
Requirements
Special Interest in Athletic Populations
Interest in working within a multidisciplinary setting
Interest in the importance of the practitioner/client therapeutic alliance
See’s the value in interpersonal communication, social agility, active listening to your rehab stakeholders, and using adaptive strategies to navigate patient-clinician rehab journey dynamics
High external and internal self-awareness
Listens with the same passion as which they want to be heard
Leaves ego at the door, and is open to feedback
Is curious and inquisitive
Values group achievement
Values team/clinic culture and community
Assets
Knowledge of the biopsychosocial approach to injury management
Orthopaedic Coursework
IMS / Dry Needling
An interest in Business / Brand Development
Knowledge / Certifications of Strength and Conditioning Principles.
Knowledge / Coursework in the following populations: Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain, Acute Knee Injuries, Lateral / High Ankle Sprains, Musculotendinous injuries, Athletic Groin Pain, Spinal Pain with / without radiculopathy.
Schedule: FULL TIME, 5 days/week, fluctuating shift hours, may require weekend shift.
Pay: Base Pay with access to menu of incentive options and time in practice amplifiers.
The process: Requires video resume submission, verbal interview (20 minutes), questionnaires and discovery, and practical interview.
Sick of seeing 3-4 patients / hour?
Tired of working in an outdated model or never seeing clients motivated to make a full recovery?
Sick of being a contractor with a fixed % split with no room for growth?
Sick of continuously paying for your continued professional development, without any direction, pathway, or 1:1/group mentorship?
We are striving to change the delivery of physiotherapy in the private sector, and we are looking to add an individual who wants to be part of that change.
What to Expect?
1 on 1 long sessions.
A tiered system of pay with a menu of incentive options, and room for growth.
Collaboration with Sports Medicine Physicians, Physiatrists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Strength and Conditioning Specialists and Sports Scientists.
Routine Business and Clinical Individual & Team CPD, working with a rehab team delivering care using a modern evidence informed approach.
Access to ORKA-vetted and respected virtual educational platforms, paid for by the brand, to reduce barriers of access to develop technical and clinical skillsets.
Access to ORKA Education content, with offerings of both virtual and live events.
Access to ORKA Rounds, a weekly multi-disciplinary collaboration session to discuss challenging cases and pathologies.
2000 sq ft Rehabilitation Space and 3500 sq ft Performance Center
Sports Science Area (in partnership with VALD Performance) including dual force plates, isometric testing devices (Forceframe, Dynamo, Nordbord), isometric racks, speed gates (Smart Speed) and biomechanical analysis software to better inform your return to play decision making and improve outcomes.
Access to other rehabilitation technology like Virtual Reality, Blood Flow Restriction, Stroboscopic Goggles, surface EMG, digital inclinometers and accelerometers, IMU technology and athlete management softwares.
Requirements
Special Interest in Athletic Populations
Interest in working within a multidisciplinary setting
Interest in the importance of the practitioner/client therapeutic alliance
See’s the value in interpersonal communication, social agility, active listening to your rehab stakeholders, and using adaptive strategies to navigate patient-clinician rehab journey dynamics
High external and internal self-awareness
Listens with the same passion as which they want to be heard
Leaves ego at the door, and is open to feedback
Is curious and inquisitive
Values group achievement
Values team/clinic culture and community
Assets
Knowledge of the biopsychosocial approach to injury management
Orthopaedic Coursework
IMS / Dry Needling
An interest in Business / Brand Development
Knowledge / Certifications of Strength and Conditioning Principles.
Knowledge / Coursework in the following populations: Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain, Acute Knee Injuries, Lateral / High Ankle Sprains, Musculotendinous injuries, Athletic Groin Pain, Spinal Pain with / without radiculopathy.
Schedule: FULL TIME, 5 days/week, fluctuating shift hours, may require weekend shift.
Pay: Base Pay with access to menu of incentive options and time in practice amplifiers.
The process: Requires video resume submission, verbal interview (20 minutes), questionnaires and discovery, and practical interview.
About The Company
ORKA's Vision:
To be Canada's leading network of rehab and performance clinics, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential through innovative care, exceptional expertise, and a commitment to athletic well-being.
ORKA's Mission:
To continue to be thought leaders in the private sector internationally, and change the landscape of how rehabilitation and athlete development is offered across the world.
To be Canada's leading network of rehab and performance clinics, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential through innovative care, exceptional expertise, and a commitment to athletic well-being.
ORKA's Mission:
To continue to be thought leaders in the private sector internationally, and change the landscape of how rehabilitation and athlete development is offered across the world.
How To Apply
Please send CV, References to Chelsey Collins at chelsey@orkaperformance.com
