physiotherapist

Government of Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a qualified physiotherapist to join their team in Victoria. The role involves administering tests, assessing patients, and planning physiotherapy programs. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and relevant licensure. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health care and retirement savings plans, and requires a strong focus on client care and communication skills.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Paramedical services coverage

Vision care benefits

Mileage paid

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long-term care insurance

Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities required.

Responsibilities

• Administer evaluative tests and assess patients' physical abilities.
• Plan physiotherapy programs and supervise technical staff.
• Conduct research in physiotherapy and maintain clinical reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Judgement

Punctuality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Administer evaluative tests
• Assess patients' physical abilities
• Examine the patient
• Make decisions on tests and procedures
• Supervise technical and support staff
• Plan physiotherapy programs
• Select appropriate exercises, apparatus and manipulations
• Maintain clinical and progress reports
• Confer with other health professionals
• Conduct research in physiotherapy
• Teach and/or supervise exercises to patients

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Walking
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance