Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Nova Scotia is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist for a permanent full-time position. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with functional limitations and disabilities in a tertiary care setting. Applicants must hold a degree in Physiotherapy, have the necessary certifications, and excellent communication skills. Compensation ranges from $38.43 to $50.99 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package available.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
• Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy is required.
• Must have Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS).
• WHMIS training and certification are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients in a tertiary care setting.
• Develop holistic treatment programs using various techniques.
• Supervise and evaluate physiotherapy students and assistants.

Skills

Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy

Computer skills

BCLS certification

WHMIS training and certification

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy

Job description

Req ID: 213914
Location: Eastern Zone, Strait Richmond Hospital
Department: OPEZ Physiotherpay RCU SRH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT(100%) x 1
CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 23-Dec-25

About the Opportunity

The Physiotherapist reports to the Rehabilitation Services Manager and assesses, diagnoses and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. Physiotherapy assessment involves obtaining a detailed medical history, performing specific and standardized tests and evaluation procedures to determine a physical diagnosis. Holistic treatment programs are developed using exercises, education, and manual, mechanical, electrical and hydrotherapy techniques to assist the patient in regaining and/or maintaining an optimal level of function.

The Physiotherapist is educated and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers in regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. This position provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.

As a member of a clinical team, the Physiotherapist collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities.

About You

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

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
• Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy
• Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• WHMIS training and certification
• 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

• Permanent, Full-Time Position (100%); 75 Hours Bi-weekly
• May be required to work weekends
• Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 Hourly

($52.77 Hourly with 25 years Physiotherapist experience)

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.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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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