Physiotherapist, Primary Care

Northern Health; Hazelton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Northern BC seeks a dedicated Primary Care Physiotherapist to join their team. This role involves providing ethical and competent care to individuals and families, collaborating with an interprofessional team. Candidates should have current registration and relevant experience. The position offers comprehensive benefits, vacation, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental

Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

Financial support for moving expenses

Employee referral program

Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

Spectacular outdoor activities

Loan forgiveness programs

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in acute care, long-term care, or community settings.
• Valid BC Driver's license where required.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent, safe, and ethical care for individuals and families.
• Develop plans of care collaboratively with the team.

Skills

Teaching

Knowledge Integration

Communication

Critical Thinking

Management

Leadership

Teamwork

Equipment

Physical ability

Education

Registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia

Program certificates, diplomas, transcripts

Job description

Position Summary

Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Physiotherapist looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to our Primary Care department.

In accordance with Northern Health's vision of an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Care where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams, the Primary Care Physiotherapist practices in accordance with the college practice standards outlined by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.

The Primary Care Physiotherapist functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practice to provide competent, safe, and ethical care for people and their families in settings such as physician practices, homes, schools, and communities. They provide care that includes clinical follow-up according to the person's Primary Care Plan and personal goals of care, developing plans of care collaboratively with the team. The role supports individuals and families to achieve and maintain optimal health.

Shift Rotation/Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 16:30

The Hazeltons

The communities that make up the Upper Skeena are situated on the unceded traditional territory of the Gitxsan Nation. These lands have been inhabited for over 10,000 years, alongside the Wet'suwet'en Nation. The area includes Hazelton, New Hazelton, South Hazelton, Two Mile, Suskwa Valley, Miskinish (Cedarvale), Kitwanga Valley, Andimal, Kispiox Valley, and the Indigenous villages of Gitanyow, Gitwangak, Gitsegukla, Hagwilget, Gitanmaax, Sik-e-dakh, and Anspayaxw. Known for its natural beauty, this land is central to the health and wellbeing of its Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents. Discover more about The Hazeltons, the historic heartland of northwest BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan forgiveness programs offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of your application, please upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if applicable)
• Supporting documents regarding education/qualifications, such as program certificates, diplomas, transcripts
• It is recommended to include a cover letter and resume

International Applicants: Please review the application steps on our Northern Health careers page before applying.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia
• At least two years of experience in acute care, long-term care, or community settings
• Valid BC Driver's license where required

Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others individually and in groups
• Knowledge Integration: Use current research and best practices to inform decisions
• Communication: Effectively communicate with clients, families, staff, and team members through various means and resolve conflicts effectively
• Critical Thinking: Analyze data, problem-solve, and make decisions using a systems approach
• Management: Organize work, set objectives, prioritize, manage resources, and promote teamwork
• Leadership: Foster morale, engagement, innovation, and professional development
• Teamwork: Promote collaboration and excellence in client care
• Equipment: Proficient in computer skills, data analysis, and operating related equipment
• Physical ability to perform job duties

Who We Are

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, providing hospital and community health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation's communities. We employ over 7,000 staff, delivering comprehensive health services for the Northern BC population of 300,000. We offer diverse career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health units, and other specialized services.