Physiotherapist | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in the beautiful Central Okanagan as a Physiotherapist. This role at Kelowna General Hospital offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient recovery through comprehensive rehabilitation services. You will engage in patient assessment, develop treatment plans, and work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to promote functional independence. Enjoy the flexibility of casual employment while exploring career growth opportunities within a supportive environment. Experience the vibrant culture and stunning natural beauty of Kelowna, where outdoor adventures and a thriving arts scene await you.

Benefits

Recognition of previous experience

Financial moving support

Strong employee benefit package

Defined Pension Plan

Mentorship programs

$1,000 per year for courses

Focus on diversity and inclusion

Focus on safety and employee wellness

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy required with experience in rehabilitation services.
• Ability to work in a client-centered approach within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, treatment planning, and implementation for patients.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote patient health.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Program Planning

Education for Patients

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist careers in the Central Okanagan.

Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) is the largest hospital in the Interior Health region. KGH serves a vast community, offering a wide range of comprehensive rehabilitation services designed to help patients recover from various injuries, illnesses, or surgeries.

Joining us at KGH you’ll play a pivotal part in providing assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program planning, consultation, equipment prescription and education to patients and/or their caregivers. Operating within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, you will make a substantial contribution to promote functional independence and enable patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.

What We Offer:

1. Recognition of previous experience when determining starting salary
2. Financial moving support for eligible positions
3. Strong employee benefit package
4. Defined Pension Plan
5. Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role
6. $1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave
7. Development resources for leadership skills
8. Focus on diversity and inclusion
9. Focus on safety and employee wellness
10. Time is best spent in the service of clients

Casual Employment Opportunities:

Embrace flexibility with casual day shift positions, offering a range from zero to 37.5 hours per week. Joining us in a casual role opens doors to internally posted openings, providing the opportunity to apply for permanent or temporary part-time or full-time positions. Interior Health values career growth and many success stories begin with casual on-call positions, evolving into a rewarding, long-term career.