Physiotherapist | Acute Care

Interior Health; Vernon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being package

Growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Interior Health in Vernon Jubilee Hospital is seeking a relief, full-time Physiotherapist to support Acute Medical.

The role involves independent and collaborative work within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, including assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program development, consultation, equipment prescription, and education for clients and caregivers to promote functional independence and health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Full licensure as a Physical Therapist with CHCPBC.
• Valid B.C. Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and programs.
• Provide education to clients and/or caregivers to support independence.
• Contribute to QA initiatives, meetings, research, and educational activities.
• Provide guidance to the rehabilitation assistant within the team.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Education to patients

Rehabilitation guidance

Physiotherapist

Education

Full licensure – CHCPBC

Job description

Position Summary

We are hiring a relief, full time Physiotherapist at Vernon Jubilee Hospital (VJH). This position is expected to run until July 2027, or the return of the incumbent.

Days of work

Monday to Friday; 1 in 6 weekends worked

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

Vernon, B.C. is a vibrant city located in the North Okanagan region, known for its stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and strong sense of community. Surrounded by three lakes, including Okanagan, Kalamalka, and Swan Lake, Vernon offers year-round opportunities for activities such as hiking, cycling, boating, skiing, and golfing. The city enjoys a four-season climate with warm summers and relatively mild winters, making it an attractive destination for residents and visitors alike. Vernon combines the amenities of a growing urban centre with the charm and friendliness of a smaller community. Its diverse economy supports a high quality of life for people of all ages. With easy access to nature, cultural events, and local wineries, Vernon is widely regarded as one of the most desirable places to live in the Okanagan Valley.

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Qualfications

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