HPC Orthopaedic and Sport Physiotherapy Fellowship Program

Train with the best, become the best - Join the HPC Fellowship Program!

Looking to advance your skills in orthopaedic and sport physiotherapy? Join our HPC Fellowship Program at the University of Guelph! Our comprehensive learning experience and practical approach to athlete care will help you become a leader in the field.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Fellowship Overview

The objective of this Fellowship is to offer a comprehensive learning experience and advance the practical skills of the participants to develop leaders in both sport and orthopaedic physiotherapy. Our Health and Performance Centre team collaboratively works using an evidence-based model to promote health, implement strategies of prevention and assist in the achievement of personal performance in both athletes and active individuals at the University of Guelph and within the community in Guelph, Ontario. The Fellow will be provided with a diverse learning experience in clinical, sporting, teaching and research settings. Occurs during the University of Guelph’s fall and winter semesters. The Fellowship will begin upon acquiring a provisional license (~September) until April 30, 2025.

Responsibilities

  • Requires approximately 40 hours/week of combined education/mentoring, clinical work and sports coverage consisting of:
    • Provision of therapy services with the University of Guelph OUA teams, including practical hours to meet Sport Physiotherapy Canada curriculum requirements.
    • Provision of clinical physiotherapy services to an active and athletic population using an evidence-based approach at the University of Guelph’s Health and Performance Centre.
    • Various other learning opportunities are available, which include but are not limited to: teaching, research, community engagement, etc. These opportunities can be flexible depending on the Fellow’s interests and specific career goals.
    • Regular attendance and participation in educational and individual mentoring opportunities, research initiatives and interdisciplinary collaboration with health professionals from the Health and Performance Centre which may qualify for mentoring hours to meet CPA Orthopaedic Division curriculum requirements.
  • Consists of hourly remuneration roughly equal to 7 hrs/day, 35 hrs/week. This is dependent on the density of the Fellow’s clinical schedule.
  • Please note that provision of athlete care will require hours worked outside of regular clinical hours. This often will require the fellow to participate in fellowship activities on evenings and weekends which may include field coverage, team travel, and athlete care.

Fellowship Pre-Requisites

  • Provisional or full registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO)
  • Valid professional liability insurance
  • New graduates are welcome to apply, however priority will be given to Registered Physiotherapists who have at least 2 years’ experience and have successfully completed the CPA Orthopaedic Division’s Level 2 or higher
  • Membership in both the Orthopaedic and Sport Physiotherapy Divisions of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
  • Sport First Responder certification

What We Offer

We support our Physiotherapists with a knowledgeable administrative team, competitive remunerations, and a generous education allowance. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes vacation, holiday pay, benefits, and option to participate in the company pension plan, when applicable. Monthly educational rounds with FCAMPT therapists are available in addition to mentoring for Intermediate/Advanced Exams.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume to Director of Physiotherapy, Brett Lyons at blyons@uoguelph.ca . We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Eramosa Physiotherapy and The University of Guelph are committed to employment equity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.