Physiotherapist | Acute Care

Interior Health; Penticton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being

Work-life balance

Long-term stability

Job summary

Interior Health is hiring a relief, full-time Physiotherapist at Penticton Regional Hospital. The role runs until October 15, 2027, or the return of the incumbent, with Monday to Friday shifts from 8:00 to 16:00.

You will work in Acute Medical, providing comprehensive physiotherapy services within a multidisciplinary team, including assessment, treatment planning, program development, and education. The team emphasizes wellness and long-term stability.

Qualifications

• Full licensure as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Valid B.C. Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop treatment plans.
• Implement and monitor physiotherapy interventions.
• Develop programs and provide education for clients and caregivers.
• Provide equipment prescription and recommendations.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Contribute to quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education.
• Guide and direct the rehabilitation assistant within the team.

Education

BC PT licensure

Job description

Position Summary

We are hiring a relief, full time Physiotherapist at Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH). This position is expected to run until October 15, 2027, or the return of the incumbent.

Days of work

Monday to Friday

Shift times

8:00 to 16:00

What we offer

We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work-life balance, and long-term stability. Locations that qualify for B.C. Student Loan Forgiveness Program and/or Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.

About the position

This position is primarily assigned to Acute Medical. As a Physiotherapist, you function both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, providing comprehensive physiotherapy services. Your responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program development, consultation, equipment prescription, and education for clients and/or their caregivers to support functional independence and optimize health outcomes. In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you contribute to departmental and professional goals by participating in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and educational activities. You also provide guidance and direction to the rehabilitation assistant working within the team.

About us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location

Enjoy beach days, boating and the iconic channel float in the summer, and visit the surrounding mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year. Penticton is home to over 80 wineries, plus breweries, cideries and distilleries, all within walking or biking distance of downtown. Explore local markets, great eateries and a vibrant arts and culture scene. With endless outdoor recreation, family fun and a welcoming community, there's something for everyone in Penticton.

Join our team

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C's Top Employers! Connect with us at [e-mail].

Qualifications

Full licensure as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Valid B.C. Driver's license required.