Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Kentville; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a Physiotherapist for Rehabilitation Services. The role involves assessing, diagnosing and treating patients with impairments or pain across outpatient, inpatient and community settings.

You will educate teams, patients and caregivers, supervise students and assistants, and contribute to the Rehab Services portfolio. Requirements include a BSc in Physiotherapy (or MSc), provincial licensure, CPR (BCLS), and language skills with French considered an asset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy or equivalent (or MSc in Physiotherapy).
• Registration with the Nova Scotia College Physiotherapy Regulator.
• Annual CPR certification (BCLS).
• Additional courses in cardio-respiratory techniques, stroke rehab, etc.
• French language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients with impairment or pain.
• Provide services in outpatient, inpatient and community settings.
• Educate and communicate with health teams, patients and families.
• Supervise physiotherapy students and assistants.
• Contribute across the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

Skills

BSc in Physiotherapy

Professional licensure

CPR certification (BCLS)

French an asset

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 226513
Location: WesternZone,Valley Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Rehab Physiotherapy VRH
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 18-Sep-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses and treats patients who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. The Physiotherapist may provide service in outpatient, inpatient and community settings. The Physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers. The Physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of assistants. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiothearpy, or Master of Science in Physiotherapy
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College Physiotherapy Regulator (Provincial licensing body)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Physiotherapy is a diverse profession requiring additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice, e.g., cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training, etc
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approxamitely a 19-month assignment

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.91 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unitposition. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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