Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

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

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority seeks a Physiotherapist for the Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services. The role involves assessing and treating patients in a tertiary care setting, educating patients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include supervising students and assistants, participating in program development, and working weekend shifts as needed within the Rehabilitation & Supportive Care portfolio.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
• Registered with NS College of Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body).
• Annual CPR (BCLS) certification.
• Inpatient acute care experience is an asset.
• Experience in orthopedics, burns and/or plastics is an asset.
• WHMIS training and certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients in a tertiary care setting.
• Educate patients and communicate with other health professionals and caregivers.
• Supervise physiotherapy students and assistants; participate in team activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to achieve program goals and maintain service quality.
• Weekend work is common in this role; may provide services across the Rehabilitation & Supportive Care portfolio.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 228194
Location: Central Zone, Dartmouth General Hospital
Department: OPCZ Ortho Access Clinic Physio
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEUHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 3-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Program 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 educates and communicates 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 collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities. Physiotherapists work on weekends in many areas of the hospital. The successful applicant may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation & Supportive Care portfolio.

About You

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

• Masters's degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College or Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Previous experience in inpatient acute care considered an asset
• Previous experience in orthopedics, burns and/or plastics considered an asset
• Annual Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training and certification (WHMIS)
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required.
• 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 biweekly

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.

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 unit position. 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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