Physiotherapist Resident - Bone and Joint, Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Physiotherapist Resident in a leading health authority. This role offers an exciting opportunity to assess and treat patients in a tertiary care setting, collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance patient care. You will play a vital role in health promotion and physiotherapy treatment while supervising students and assistants. With a focus on continuous improvement and innovation, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field. Embrace the chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Travel Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with functional limitations.
• Educate patients and collaborate with health professionals.

Skills

Client Focus

Collaboration and Teamwork

Leadership

Planning and Organization

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Physiotherapist Resident - Bone and Joint, Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 195017
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ Bone & Joint Inpatient Physio QEII
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Posting Closing Date: 14-Mar-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.

About the Opportunity

The Physiotherapist reports to the Program Manager and collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, solves problems, and shares responsibilities. The physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairments, pain, functional limitations, or disabilities. The physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members, and caregivers regarding health promotion, physiotherapy treatment, and pain management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.

About You

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

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy or acceptable equivalent from a recognized school of Physiotherapy
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Maintains current certification in CPR
• Thorough knowledge of Physiotherapy practice, with an interest in program development and evaluation skills
• Demonstrated accountability
• Strong client focus and ability to build solid client/practitioner relationships
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Demonstrated planning, organization, and time management skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices, and organizational health
• Travel may be required based upon the position
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Long assignment, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Approximately a 12-month assignment

Compensation and Benefits

$35.86 - $45.29 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.

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.