Physiotherapist - (219931)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Victoria is seeking a Physiotherapist to assess and implement therapy care plans for residents. You will provide direction to rehabilitation staff and ensure patient safety. The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Physiotherapy, relevant registration, and experience. This role may require travel and use of a personal vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of recent related experience.
• Valid BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate therapy care plans.
• Provide work direction and delegate tasks to Rehabilitation Assistants.

Skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Effective communication

Ability to deal with patients

Organizational skills

Physical ability for duties

Education

Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy

Current full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC

Membership eligibility in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Job description

In accordance with the Mission, Vision 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 of Therapy Programs, responsible for unit level therapy programs. This includes assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating therapy care plans on both an individual and group basis, for an assigned number of residents. Provides work direction and delegates work to Rehabilitation Assistants and Rehabilitation Assistant/Drivers.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy. Current practicing full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC (CPTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Minimum two (2) years' recent related experience.

Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively, especially the elderly, physically and mentally handicapped.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position (lifting and moving residents safely).