Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Truro; Sur place; CAD 53 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health and dental benefits

Travel coverage

Pension plan

Résumé du poste

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Physiotherapist to provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment within Rehabilitation Services in a tertiary care setting. The role involves developing holistic treatment programs, supervising students and aides, and collaborating with a clinical team.

Weekend work is required in many areas of the hospital; a degree in Physiotherapy and licensing are mandatory. Candidates should have strong communication, be able to educate patients, and maintain professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Physiotherapy with active provincial registration.
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists is required.
• CPR (BCLS) certification and WHMIS training are expected.

Responsabilités

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients in a tertiary care setting using evidence-based physiotherapy techniques.
• Supervise and evaluate physiotherapy students and assistants.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to set goals and plan patient care.
• Provide health education and communicate with patients, families and caregivers.
• Work weekends in many areas of the hospital.

Formation

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Physiotherapy

Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists

Description du poste

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist 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 educated and communicated with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers with regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides. The physiotherapist reports to a Health Services Manager and as a member of a clinical team, the physiotherapist collaborated with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participated in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. Physiotherapists work on weekends in many areas of the hospital.

About You

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

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiotherapy, or Master of Science in Physiotherapy
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College or Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Annual Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training and certification. (WHMIS)
• Access to reliable transportation
• 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; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 hourly

$52.77 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer

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.

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