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Physical Therapist (TERM)

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Full Timemid
CAPosted April 19, 2026

Job Description

Date Posted: 04/16/2026

Req ID: 47704

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.

Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number: 00054596

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description

About us

The University of Toronto’s Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity https://kpe.utoronto.ca/.

Your Opportunity

The David L. MacIntosh Sport Medicine Clinic provides services to students, othermembers of the University, and the public, including, but not limited to, intercollegiate and international-calibre athletes. The staff of the Clinic provides preventive and therapeutic sport medicine services at the clinic and at athletic events. The clinic staff provide patient care as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes certified athletic therapists, registered physical therapists, registered sport massage therapists, sport physicians, orthopedic surgeons, receptionists and a clinic manager.

Under the general supervision of the Head Therapist and the Clinic Manager, the incumbent will provide Clinical Therapy Services and Intercollegiate Team Care.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Providing manual physical health assessments and treatments in accordance with professional standards
  • Providing health counselling on specific injuries and general health advice
  • Developing and implementing an individualized therapeutic approach to address client needs
  • Providing on-field triage and support to medical professionals as required
  • Coordinating patient care with advanced care medical professionals
  • Recommending preventative measures and evaluating risk factors to ensure safety
  • Providing feedback to students on their performance during practical exercises based on observation

Essential Qualifications

  • Masters of Physical Therapy (MScPT) and registered Physical therapist in the province of Ontario
  • Minimum three years experience in a multi-disciplinary sport medicine clinic, and/or in a clinic specializing in musculo-skeletal health care
  • Experience in sport field care at an elite or high performance level
  • First Responder Certification
  • Strong organizational, teamwork, and interpersonal skills are required
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are essential
  • Computer literacy is required.

Assets (Nonessential)

  • Advanced Diploma of Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT)
  • Sport Physiotherapy Canada Certificate or Diploma

To Be Successful In This Role You Will Be

  • Motivated self-learner
  • Multi-tasker
  • Organized
  • Possess a positive attitude
  • Responsible
  • Team player

Closing Date: 04/27/2026, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type: Budget - Term

Schedule: Full-Time - Term position from July 2026 ending in April 2027

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone

USW Pay Band 14 -- $91,677. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $117,242. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category: Health & Wellbeing

Recruiter: Ainsley Scott

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

A Job Description Is Available Upon Request

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Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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