Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services (Signing Bonus Available)

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated healthcare team as a Physiotherapist, where you will assess and treat patients with various physical impairments in a supportive environment. You will develop personalized treatment plans, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and supervise students and assistants. This role offers a competitive salary, a signing bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about patient care and rehabilitation. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $30,000

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

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 physical impairments.
• Develop holistic treatment programs using various techniques.

Skills

Physiotherapy assessment

Holistic treatment programs

Collaboration with clinical teams

Communication skills

BCLS certification

WHMIS training

Specialized areas training

Competencies in other languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Entry level master's program in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services (Signing Bonus Available)

Req ID: 158255
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Eastern Zone, Buchanan Memorial Community Health Centre
Department: OPEZ PT COMM BASED-ICH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: UNIFOR Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 2-Apr-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.

Recruitment Incentives

Successful Candidates may be eligible for a $30,000 lump sum payment upon signing, subject to a three (3) year Return of Service agreement with the Rehabilitation Services Department at the Buchanan Memorial Community Health Center located in Neil's Harbour, NS. Eligibility criteria are determined by Incentive Policy.

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 College or Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
• 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; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
• May be required to work weekends

Compensation and Incentives

$35.86 - $46.87 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.

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.