Certified Hand Therapist - Physiotherapist

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelowna General Hospital seeks a casual Certified Hand Therapist – Physiotherapist for relief coverage in their Physiotherapy team. This role offers the opportunity to develop and implement comprehensive hand therapy programs in a supportive environment, with a flexible schedule. Candidates must possess a Physical Therapy degree and Hand Therapy Certification, demonstrating a strong commitment to evidence-based practice.

Benefits

Welcoming workplace environment

Opportunity for work-life balance

Position in a top-ranked employer

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' recent, related experience including splinting/hand therapy.
• Full registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize, and implement Hand Therapy programs.
• Assess clients and create comprehensive treatment plans.
• Utilize goal-directed, evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Hand Therapy

Clinical assessments

Evidence-based practice

Education

Graduation from an approved program of Physical Therapy

Current Hand Therapy Certification

Membership eligibility in the Canadian Association of Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Summary
Kelowna General Hospital’s Physiotherapy team is seeking a casual Certified Hand Therapist – Physiotherapist to provide relief coverage within the dynamic and supportive department. This is a great opportunity to work with a collaborative team in a flexible role. Casual means that hours are not guaranteed and may vary depending on operational need. Shifts may be Monday to Friday: 08:00-16:00, 08:30-16:30 and 09:00-13:00.

If you're passionate about hand therapy and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you!


What we offer:

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About the position:

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization; and in accordance with professional standards as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC), and following guidelines developed by third party agencies (such as Workers’ Compensation Board’s specific contract guidelines for a Hand Therapy Program), this position develops, plans, organizes, and implements a comprehensive Hand Therapy program. Utilizing clinical best practice and a goal-directed, evidence-based approach, this position is responsible for assessing and developing comprehensive treatment plans for referred clients including Worker’s Compensation Board (WCB) clients with hand and upper extremity dysfunction using appropriate therapeutic interventions.

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.


About this location:

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!

Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved program of Physical Therapy
• Full registration as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Physical Therapy.
• Current Hand Therapy Certification with the Hand Therapy Certification Commission.
• Minimum of two (2) years' recent, related experience (which includes at least one (1) year's experience in splinting/hand therapy) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.