Physiotherapist Resident - Rehabilitation Services (various Positions Throughout Nova Scotia)

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; New Glasgow; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking 2024 graduates from Physiotherapy Programs for residency opportunities across various locations in Nova Scotia. This full-time position involves assessing and treating patients, with a commitment to sponsorship for the residency. Benefits include a competitive hourly rate and signing bonus for certain placements.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Pension plans

Signing bonus

Qualifications

• Graduation in 2024 from a Master's in Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with impairments, pain, or disabilities.
• Develop holistic treatment plans and educate patients and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

French language skills

Education

Master's in Physiotherapy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Req ID: #
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services
Type of Employment: Full-time permanent and assignment opportunities available
Status: Constituent Union Representation Dependent on Location

About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Our team provides a range of inpatient and outpatient services, including tertiary and quaternary care, continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health services. Join our diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers.

We employ professionals across the province, offering a work-life balance that allows exploration of the Atlantic lifestyle. Discover why many are choosing to move here by visiting our facilities, zones, and communities:

• Facility Profiles
• Central Zone (Halifax, Eastern Shore, West Hants)
• Western Zone (Annapolis Valley, South West, South Shore)
• Northern Zone (Colchester, Cumberland, Pictou County)
• Eastern Zone (Cape Breton, Antigonish, Guysborough)

About the Opportunity

Are you a 2024 graduate from a Physiotherapy Program? We invite you to complete your Physiotherapy Residency with Nova Scotia Health, with opportunities across the province:

• 2 positions - Central Zone: Hants Community Hospital
• 5 positions - Western Zone: Valley Regional Hospital, Yarmouth Regional Hospital, Bridgewater Regional Hospital, Digby Regional Hospital, Annapolis Community Health Center
• 7 positions - Northern Zone: Aberdeen Regional Hospital, Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital, Cumberland Regional Health Care Center, All Saints Springhill Hospital, South Cumberland Community Care Center, Colchester East Hants Health Centre, North Cumberland Community Hospital, Bayview Memorial Care Center
• 5 positions - Eastern Zone: Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Saint Martha's Regional Hospital

We are committed to sponsoring your residency. For licensing and exam requirements, visit the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.

Responsibilities

The Physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with impairments, pain, or disabilities. Responsibilities include detailed medical history, standardized testing, developing holistic treatment plans, and educating patients and families. Collaboration with other health disciplines is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation in 2024 from a Master's in Physiotherapy or equivalent
• Registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy and eligibility for Canadian Physiotherapy Association membership
• CPR certification
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• French language skills are an asset

Work Details

- Duration: 14-18 months, full-time
- Positions: Permanent at South Shore Regional Hospital and Yarmouth Regional Hospital, plus temporary placements across other zones
- Post-Residency Opportunities: Open positions within Rehabilitation Services or other advertised roles across Nova Scotia

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate: $33.97
Benefits include health, dental, travel, disability, life insurance, and pension plans. Residency placements outside Central Zone offer a $5,000 signing bonus with a Return of Service contract.

Application Process

Thank you for your interest. A recruiter will contact you to discuss your qualifications and potential opportunities.

Our Commitment

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applicants from Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

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Contact Us

For questions or more information, email us at: recruitment.services-nshanshealth.ca