Physiotherapist

White Spot; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority seeks a dedicated Physiotherapist for the Rehabilitation Services department. This role involves assessing and treating clients, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team to promote optimal health outcomes. The ideal candidate will be registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals and have effective communication and leadership skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits, a supportive work environment, and the opportunity for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages

Four weeks of vacation after one year

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy services such as assessment and treatment planning.
• Consult and educate residents/clients/patients and caregivers.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and research.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Management

Knowledge Integration

Leadership

Proficient in computer skills

Physical ability to perform duties

Education

Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia

One year of recent related experience

Job description

Position Summary

**Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for this position**

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

In accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, as well as professional standards and the code of ethics outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia, the Physiotherapist works both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. Responsibilities include providing physiotherapy services such as 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 across inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community settings. The Physiotherapist contributes to the organization and the overall goals of the profession and department; participates in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education; and provides work direction to the rehabilitation assistant working with the team.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work: Days - 08:00 to 19:12, rotating

Fort St. John Hospital and Health Centre is a 46-bed hospital with 115 residential care beds in the adjoining Peace Villa Care Home. It features two state-of-the-art operating rooms, ambulatory clinics including cancer care and hemodialysis, emergency and ICU, and a birthing centre with single maternity rooms for labour, delivery, and post-partum.

Fort St. John is located above the Peace River Valley, with a diverse population of approximately 21,000 (2021) and serving an area of about 69,000. The town offers a friendly, small-town feel combined with big city amenities and a vibrant arts community. For more information about this energetic community, please explore Fort St. John.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• "Loan Forgiveness Programs" offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• One year of recent related experience.
• Valid BC Driver's license where required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff, and the members of the interdisciplinary team using oral, written, and electronic means. Ability to effectively resolve conflict.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze and evaluate data from multiple sources to problem-solve and make decisions effectively, demonstrating a systems approach.
• Management: Ability to organize work, set objectives, and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, promotes cooperation among the team, supervises responsibilities, and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and risk-taking. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovation, implements policies and protocols, and supports ongoing professional development.
• Teamwork: Ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in client care.
• Equipment: Proficient in computer skills, including applicable programs, data analysis, and reporting tools. Ability to operate related equipment as required.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Who we are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering hospital and community-based health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We serve a population of approximately 300,000, employing over 7,000 staff across the region. Our services include hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services, providing a wide range of career opportunities.