Physiotherapist | Inpatient Rehab

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

Job summary

The Interior Health Authority in Kelowna is hiring a relief full-time Physiotherapist for the inpatient rehab unit at Kelowna General Hospital. The role focuses on neuro caseload and involves independent and team-based care to support functional independence.

You will assess, plan and implement physiotherapy interventions, develop programs, prescribe equipment, and educate clients and caregivers. You will also contribute to quality initiatives and mentor rehabilitation staff.

Qualifications

• Assessment, treatment planning and implementation.
• Program development and client education for independence.
• Equipment prescription and caregiver education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive physiotherapy services including assessment, planning and implementation.
• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and provide guidance to rehabilitation assistants.
• Contribute to quality assurance initiatives, meetings, and research.

Job description

We are hiring for a relief full-time Physiotherapist for the inpatient rehab unit at the Kelowna General Hospital. This position typically has an enhanced focus on neuro caseload. This is a relief/temporary opportunity expected to run until September 2027, or the return of the current incumbent.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

Shift times/Hours of work: 07:30 to 15:30

What We Offer

We are one of B.C.’s top employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About The Role

The Physiotherapist functions both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, delivering comprehensive physiotherapy services. These 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 clinical responsibilities, the Physiotherapist contributes to departmental and professional goals by participating in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and educational activities. They 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:

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!