Pediatric Physiotherapist

Entreinstitute; Duncan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Entreinstitute is seeking a Pediatric Physiotherapist for a School-Based position with School District 79 in Duncan, BC. You will assess and plan therapies for children in the school setting.

The role requires a Master’s in physical therapy, registration with BC College, and about 2 years of clinical experience, ideally with pediatric clients.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, maintain records, and advocate for child and family needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in physical therapy.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
• 2 years’ clinical experience as a physical therapist; pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate clients’ physical abilities using tests and physician notes.
• Plan and develop physiotherapy programs; adjust based on client progress.
• Prepare and maintain clinical and statistical records; coordinate with other health professionals.
• Implement programs including motor learning, balance and coordination, gait training, exercise, and adapted equipment.
• Use home/work exercise regimes and electro/hydro-therapeutic equipment in individual and group settings.

Skills

Family centered practice

Oral and written communication

Data management systems

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Keeping current with best practices

Education

Master’s degree in physical therapy

BC College of Health and Care Professionals registration

Job description

Job Summary:

This Pediatric Physiotherapist position is the School-Based Position.

• This is the physiotherapist for School District 79.
• Assesses and evaluates clients’ physical abilities using functional ability testing, other tests and procedures, observation, and physician referral notes,
• Plans and develops programs of physiotherapy derived from the assessment process. Makes program adjustments based on client progress,
• Prepares and maintains clinical and statistical records. Confers with other health care professionals to ensure coordinated and consistent client therapies
• Implements physiotherapy programs such as motor learning, balance and coordination, gait training, exercise programs and prescription of adapted equipment.
• Uses a combination of supplemental home/work exercise regimes, electro/hydro-therapeutic and other mechanical equipment in individual and group settings

Education, Training and Experience

• Master’s degree in physical therapy
• Must be registered and in good standing with the Collegeof Health and Care Professionals of BC
• 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting as a physicaltherapist; prefer experience working with pediatrics
  clients with complex medical conditions

Qualifications: Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable about the principles of family centeredpractice
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Experience with a data management system
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team whosemembers have diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain current on best practice information

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work effectively with families, colleagues,volunteers, and organizations
• Current, satisfactory criminal record search
• Empathetic and flexible to meet the needs of familiesfrom diverse backgrounds

Advocacy:

• To advocate for individual clients and families so theyobtain needed support
• To support families in advocating for their child
• To advocate for support and change within the systemsthat affect children and families

Please Note:

• The successful candidate will begin employment at the Clements Building, days to be determined
• This position will require a valid B.C. Driver’s License and use of personal vehicle for transportation
• This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership
• This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found