Physiotherapist

Vancouver Island Health Authority; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist to assess and implement treatment programs. This role involves coordinating with physicians and other professionals to ensure optimum patient care. Candidates must have a recognized degree in Physiotherapy and current licensure. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential. This position prioritizes patient and staff safety and supports continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a university program in Physiotherapy recognized by the CPA.
• Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and implement treatment programs for patient care.
• Coordinate treatment programs with physicians and other medical professionals.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Planning and instructional skills

Organization of individual treatment programs

Team collaboration

Physical ability for position duties

Education

Graduation from a recognized Physiotherapy program

Current licensure as a Physiotherapist

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Coordinator, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum patient care for assigned caseload. Coordinates patients' treatment programs with referring physician(s) and other medical professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a university program in Physiotherapy recognized by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Physiotherapist and eligible for membership with the CPA.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated planning and instructional skills.
• Ability to organize individual patient treatment programs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other professional disciplines as part of a team.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.