Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physiotherapist in a casual relief role. This position offers the opportunity to assess and treat patients in various settings, contributing to their recovery and well-being. You will work alongside a diverse team of professionals dedicated to providing high-quality care and support. With a focus on work-life balance, this role allows you to explore the beautiful landscapes of Nova Scotia while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. If you are passionate about physiotherapy and eager to collaborate with a dynamic team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master's in Physiotherapy required.
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with impairments or disabilities.
• Educate and communicate with other health disciplines and caregivers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (BCLS)

Physiotherapy Techniques

Multilingual Competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Entry level master's program in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 194693
Location: Western Zone, Digby General Hospital
Department: OPWZ Physiotherapy DGH
Type of Employment: Casual Relief (3%) x 1
Posting Closing Date: 9-Jan-25

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.

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's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Physiotherapy is a diverse profession requiring additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas of 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

• Casual Relief Position

Compensation and Benefits

$35.86 - $45.29 Hourly

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 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.