PHYSIOTHERAPIST, PRIMARY CARE

Northern Health; Quesnel; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental

Municipal pension plan

Vacation after 1 year

Moving expenses

Referral program

Training & leadership development

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Registered Physiotherapist to join its Primary Care team in the Quesnel area. The role involves working within interprofessional teams across physician practices, homes, schools and communities, delivering care aligned with a person-centered Primary Care Plan.

Responsibilities include clinical follow-up, home and community settings, and collaboration to develop care plans with patients and families. BC-based licensure and driving may be required.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• 2 years of experience in acute, long-term, or community settings.
• Valid BC Driver’s license where required.

Responsibilities

• Teach clients and others one-on-one or in groups.
• Apply best practice and current research to guide professional decisions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, medical staff and the interprofessional team.
• Use data and a systems approach to problem-solve and make decisions.
• Organize work, set objectives and priorities; collaborate across disciplines.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Leadership

Time management

Data analysis

IT literacy

Education

BC CHCP registration

Job description

Position Summary

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. The Primary Care Physiotherapist provides care that includes clinical follow up according to the person’s primary Care Plan and the person’s personal goals of care to inform plans of care developed collaboratively with the interprofessional team.

Primary Care Networks are partnerships between the Divisions of Family Practice representing BC’s family physicians, the regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) and local community partners, along with other community providers such as nurse practitioners. All partners are working together in their local communities and collectively to redesign B.C.’s primary and community care system so that it works better for patients and health-care providers.

Shift Rotation/Hours of work:

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Days - 08:00 to 16:00

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
• Two (2) years experience in acute care, long term care, or community setting
• Valid BC Driver’s license where required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching: Ability to teach clients and others both one-on-one and in groups.
• Knowledge Integration: Integrates best practice and current research evidence to support professional practice decisions and actions.
• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, the public, medical staff and the members of the interdisciplinary team using, oral written and computer communication means. Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrated ability to integrate and evaluate pertinent data (from multiple sources) to problem-solve and make decisions effectively. Applies the problem-solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision making skills using a systems approach.
• Management: Demonstrated ability to organize work, set objectives and establish priorities. Manages time and resources, implements activities to promote cooperation among the interdisciplinary team, supervises responsibilities of others, and collaborates across disciplines.
• Leadership: Promotes staff morale, engagement, and innovation. Demonstrates creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of NH policies or other protocols, and ongoing professional development of self and others.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and a commitment to excellence in the provision of client care.
• Equipment: Demonstrated computer skills including the use of Meditech and Windows based programs. Demonstrated data analysis skills including appropriate data analysis and reporting tools. Demonstrated ability in the use of e-mail and word processing. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Where you will be working:

Primary and Community Care

Northern Health’s approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long‑term health outcomes.

Facility:

Additional details about this facility’s programs and care environment can be found through GR Baker Memorial Hospital

Community:

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Quesnel

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

What Northern Health Has to Offer You!

Joining Northern Health means becoming part of a supportive team that values your growth and well-being. Here’s what we provide:

• Comprehensive benefits including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have option of paying for benefits.
• Three/Four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service.
• Financial support for moving expenses for eligible positions.
• Employee referral program with attractive incentives.
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to spectacular outdoor activities and enjoy the shortest commutes in BC.
• Loan Forgiveness Programs offered through Federal and Provincial Government for eligible professions.

Important Application Information

Please ensure you upload the following documents as part of your application:

• Registration number (if you belong to a regulated profession).
• Supporting documents for education and qualifications, such as:
  • Program certificates or diplomas.
  • High school, college, or university transcripts.
  • Cover letter and resume (recommended).

International Applicants

Before applying, please review the steps outlined on our Northern Health Careers page: Information for international applicants