Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant â Physiotherapy Assistant - Lunenburg Campus

Nova Scotia Community College; Town of Bridgewater; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a full-time Faculty member for the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant program in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. The successful candidate will have a university degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years of experience. Responsibilities include providing instruction, designing educational experiences, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. An inclusive environment is fostered, encouraging diverse applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years recent occupational experience in the relevant field.
• Current membership in good standing with the relevant licensing body.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and basic internet skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide theoretical and practical instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant program.
• Design and deliver educational experiences for diverse learners.
• Ensure health and safety practices are followed.

Skills

Employee Evaluation

Data Collection

Patient Assessment

Physiotherapy

Computer Literacy

Education

University degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy

Job description

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The Opportunity

Faculty - Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant

Location: Lunenburg Campus, Bridgewater, Nova Scotia

School of Health and Human Services

Term: Full-Time Position, starting approximately August 18, 2025, and ending approximately December 27, 2027

Application Deadline: August 5, 2025, 11:59 PM

Competition No.: 2526 - 176

The salary scale for NSCC Faculty ranges from $74,170.79 to $102,223.12. New faculty may receive up to five steps for relevant occupational experience and up to four additional steps for full-time instructional experience, with a maximum of nine steps or $95,478.45.

What you'll do

Responsibilities:

• Provide theoretical and practical instruction in the Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant program.
• Design and deliver educational experiences for diverse learners, utilizing various teaching methods and technologies such as Brightspace and classroom tech.
• Additional duties include academic advising, committee participation, program marketing, curriculum development, supporting work placements, liaising with industry, representing the college, and upholding policies.
• Ensure health and safety practices are followed in classrooms, labs, and shops.
• Stay current with industry practices and develop understanding of modern teaching and learning methods. Teaching may occur across various programs, modalities, and hours, including weekends and evenings.

What you'll need

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• A university degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy from a recognized institution, with registration with the relevant licensing body.
• Minimum of five years (full-time equivalent) recent occupational experience in the relevant field. Current membership in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia or the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.
• Familiarity with computer applications like Microsoft Office and basic internet skills.
• Experience liaising with industry and delivering adult education programs is preferred.
• Knowledge of WHMIS, occupational health and safety, and safety practices.
• Comfort with multimedia and online teaching platforms, with willingness to undergo training if needed.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge:

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team-building abilities and commitment to community involvement and lifelong learning.

Additional Information

We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous persons, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants may self-identify via the online questionnaire.

NSCC operates across multiple regions and campuses, supporting accessible, high-quality education province-wide.

Positions are advertised bi-weekly. For more information on our hiring process, visit our website.

Application Process

Selected candidates will need to provide three recent occupational references and official transcripts. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities during the application process. For accommodations, contact David Meister, HR Generalist.

Late or paper applications will not be accepted.

Key Skills:

Employee Evaluation, HIPAA, Data Collection, HTTPS, Physiology, Physiotherapy, Computer Literacy, Patient Assessment, Pediatrics, Home Care, Critical Care, Patient Service

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5+ years preferred

Vacancies: 1

Salary: $74,170 - $102,223 annually