Physiotherapy Resident - Central Zone

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is offering permanent full-time Physiotherapist opportunities across various sites in Nova Scotia, including Hants Community Hospital and Dartmouth General Hospital. Join a diverse team to assess, diagnose, and treat patients while benefiting from competitive compensation on an hourly basis. Ideal candidates possess a Master's degree in Physiotherapy and registration eligibility with the provincial college.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Master's degree in Physiotherapy or acceptable equivalent.
• Current or eligible registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with impairments, pain, or disabilities.
• Obtain medical history and perform assessments.
• Develop holistic treatment plans and educate patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office

French language skills

Education

Master's degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Req ID: #
Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia
Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health
Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available
Union: Based on Bargaining Unit and Constituent Union/Non-Union Position

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We are committed to excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration, reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community programs across the province. Our team provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services, including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join our diverse team of innovators and collaborators today.

We employ professionals across the province, offering a work-life balance that allows you to explore and participate in the Atlantic lifestyle. Discover why more people from around the world are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Are you a recent graduate of a Physiotherapy Program or an international candidate who has completed credentialing with CAPR? We invite you to complete your Physiotherapy Residency with Nova Scotia Health. Opportunities are available at multiple Central Zone sites: Hants Community Hospital, QEII, Dartmouth General Hospital.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to sponsoring your residency. For placement requirements, licensing, and exams, visit the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.

The Physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with impairments, pain, or disabilities in a tertiary care setting. Responsibilities include obtaining medical history, performing assessments, developing holistic treatment plans, and educating patients and other health professionals about physiotherapy and health promotion.

About You

We invite candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Graduation from a Master's degree in Physiotherapy or acceptable equivalent
• Current or eligible registration in a Resident capacity with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Current CPR certification
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office
• French language skills are an asset

Hours

• Permanent full-time positions
• 14-18 month long assignments, full-time
• Post-residency, opportunities to apply for open positions within Rehabilitation Services or elsewhere across Nova Scotia Health

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly rate: $36.58

Benefits include health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance, along with a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

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

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others who self-identify.

For questions or more information, please contact us at usrecruitment.services-nshanshealth.ca.