Aquatic Therapist

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a Casual Aquatic Therapist to develop and evaluate aquatic services. The position involves safety management and program planning at Kelowna General Hospital. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree, CPR certification, and specialized aquatic therapy training. Join a team committed to well-being and environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Welcoming workplace

Range of benefits and policies

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field required.
• CPR certification is mandatory.
• Six months recent related supervisory experience in an aquatic setting.
• Specialized training in adapted aquatics and aquatic therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate an overall program for aquatic services.
• Monitor maintenance of pool facilities and ensure safety.
• Develop education strategies promoting aquatic services.

Skills

Aquatic therapy

Safety and hygiene management

Program planning and development

Public Health compliance

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Health and Exercise Sciences, Recreation Therapy or Physical Education

Current CPR (Level C)

Red Cross Water Safety Instructor award or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: We are hiring for a reliable and experienced Casual Aquatic Therapist with full-time availability to support the Physiotherapy program at the Kelowna General Hospital. This position works Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 15:30.

To apply; please attach your resume along with the following required certifications.

Responsibilities

• The Aquatic Therapist plans, develops, implements, modifies and evaluates an overall program for aquatic services for individuals and groups at Kelowna General Hospital.
• Monitors maintenance of pool facilities; ensures safety and hygiene in the pool area in accordance with the Public Health Act and Interior Health’s Standardized Process and Procedures; develops education strategies to promote aquatic services as a component of patients with acute physical therapy programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, Health and Exercises Sciences, Recreation Therapy or Physical Education.
• Current CPR (Level C).
• Six months recent related experience in a supervisory role in an aquatic setting.
• Specialized training in adapted aquatics and aquatic therapy techniques.
• Successful completion of the Red Cross Water Safety Instructor award; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

What we offer

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About the position

The Aquatic Therapist plans, develops implements, modifies and evaluates an overall program for aquatic services for individuals and groups at Kelowna General Hospital. Monitors maintenance of pool facilities; ensures safety and hygiene in the pool area in accordance with the Public Health Act and Interior Health’s Standardized Process and Procedures; develops education strategies to promote aquatic services as a component of patients with acute physical therapy programs.

About us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

Apply today and join our welcoming team!