Physiotherapist, Seniors Health - (214164)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Seniors Health Physiotherapist to enhance the mobility and well-being of elderly clients. In this vital role, you'll assess and treat clients over 75, focusing on their unique needs and promoting health through tailored interventions. You'll work independently within a supportive interdisciplinary team, contributing to comprehensive assessments and education on health promotion. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life for seniors, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care in a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized physiotherapy program and current licensure in BC.
• Experience with the frail elderly population is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of mobility, balance, and pain for elderly clients.
• Deliver physiotherapy services ensuring client and staff safety.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Knowledge of Healthcare Issues

Knowledge of Adult Learning Principles

Education

Graduation from a recognized university physiotherapy program

Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC

Eligibility for CPA membership

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous quality and safety improvement is inherent in this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, and working independently within the interdisciplinary Seniors Health program, the Seniors Health physiotherapist supports prevention, assessment, and treatment of injuries, pain, diseases, and disorders affecting movement, function, and health status of clients, primarily over 75 with cognitive impairment or frailty indicators. Contributing to the program's interdisciplinary comprehensive geriatric screening and assessment, the physiotherapist will:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of function and mobility, providing team leadership to promote and maintain seniors' mobility, health, and well-being.
2. Review information related to clients' prior functional abilities, physical performance, and participation.
3. Conduct assessments including joint integrity, mobility, gait, balance, muscle performance, motor and neuromotor functions, cardiorespiratory health, pain, cognition, skin condition, and environmental factors.
4. Identify personal and environmental factors impacting clients' abilities and participation.
5. Deliver physiotherapy services in a safe environment, ensuring safety for clients and staff.
6. Perform interventions such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, electro-physical agents, activity training, and device prescriptions, in accordance with client consent and safety protocols.
7. Determine supervision needs and monitor interventions appropriately.
8. Educate clients on health promotion, self-management, and available services tailored to their conditions.

Qualifications: Education, Training, And Experience

Graduation from a recognized university physiotherapy program, current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC, eligibility for CPA membership, knowledge of BC physiotherapy standards, and experience with the frail elderly population or equivalent. A valid BC Driver's License is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Effective team collaboration with clients, families, and community partners.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Independent work capability, including prioritization and problem-solving.
• Collaborative problem-solving approach.
• Contribution to geriatric clinical practice and patient care.
• Critical thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare issues affecting physiotherapy practice.
• Effective communication skills.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles for education delivery.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Physical capacity to perform job duties.

For more details, visit: https://jd.viha.ca/JD3616.pdf