PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Northern Health - BC; Burns Lake; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a Registered Physiotherapist to work in our Rehabilitation Services department. The role involves independent and collaborative practice within a multidisciplinary team, delivering physiotherapy services across inpatient, outpatient, residential and community settings.

Responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, equipment prescription, and caregiver education to promote functional independence and optimal health

Qualifications

• Must be a registered Physiotherapist in British Columbia.
• Experience in assessment, treatment planning, and education of clients and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Implement treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Plan programs and provide education to residents/clients/patients and caregivers.
• Prescribe equipment and consult with rehabilitation team to promote functional independence.

Skills

Assessment

Treatment planning

Patient education

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Physical Therapy

Registered Physiotherapist (Canada)

Tools

Rehabilitation equipment

Job description

Are you a registered Physiotherapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Rehabilitation Services department.

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, and in accordance with professional standards and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia and under the general supervision of Manager or designate, this position works independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team providing physiotherapy services including assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education of residents/clients/patients (‘the client’) and/or their caregivers to promote functional independence and enable the client to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes in inpatient, outpatient, residential and community settings. The Physiotherapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the profession, department; participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education; and provides work direction to the rehabilitation assistant working with the rehabilitation team.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Monday to Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00