Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) Physiotherapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) Physiotherapist at Campbell River Hospital. This role involves assessing and managing Hand Therapy patients, promoting restoration of function, and may require travel to multiple sites. Candidates must possess a recognized Physiotherapy degree, current licensure in BC, and certification in Hand Therapy. Skills in communication, team collaboration, and effective patient assessment are essential.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Physiotherapist.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA).
• Knowledge of current Physical Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, educate, and manage Hand Therapy patients/clients.
• Promote the prevention of dysfunction and restoration of function.
• Travel to multiple sites as required.

Skills

Prioritization

Client assessment

Effective communication

Team participation

Operational skills for equipment

Education

Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy

Certification in Hand Therapy

Job description

Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) Physiotherapist - (229276)

Campbell River Hospital (CRG) – Campbell River, BC V9W 3V1 CA (Primary)

This position may involve traveling to multiple sites as required.

Reporting to the Coordinator, or designate, and working primarily with Hand Therapy patients/clients, the Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) Physiotherapist assesses, treats, educates, and manages patients/clients receiving physical therapy services and utilizes comprehensive knowledge and specialized skills to promote the prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function and/or reversal of pathology relating to the upper quarter, body function and activity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy.
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Physiotherapist.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA).
• Certification in Hand Therapy.
• Knowledge of current Physical Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to prioritize, organize and problem-solve.
• Ability to observe and assess clients/patients.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement, tact and empathy.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Ability to participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to physically perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computerized systems.