Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel coverage

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health’s Rehabilitation Services is seeking a Physiotherapist to assess, diagnose and treat patients across outpatient, inpatient and community settings. You will educate, communicate with health teams and caregivers, and supervise physiotherapy students and assistants.

Relocation is not mentioned; the role includes part-time hours and a comprehensive benefits package. A strong emphasis on interprofessional collaboration and ongoing professional development is evident in the posting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiotherapy, or Master of Science in Physiotherapy.
• Membership with the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Regulator (Provincial licensing body).
• Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook).
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS).
• Physiotherapy is a diverse profession requiring additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice (e.g., cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat patients with impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities.
• Provide service in outpatient, inpatient and community settings.
• Educate and communicate with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers.
• Provide supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of assistants.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Computer skills

Bilingual abilities (French preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy

Master of Science in Physiotherapy

Job description

Req ID: 227571
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Rehab Physiotherapy VRH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (20%) x 1
Union: CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 20-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses and treats patients who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. The Physiotherapist may provide service in outpatient, inpatient and community settings. The Physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers. The Physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of assistants. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

About You

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiotherapy, or Master of Science in Physiotherapy
• Membership with the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Regulator (Provincial licensing body)
• Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Physiotherapy is a diverse profession requiring additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice, e.g., cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training, etc
• 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, part-time position; 15 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.98 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.

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.