Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or entry-level master's program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
  • Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy
  • Computer skills in statistics input, word processing, and Outlook
  • Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
  • WHMIS training and certification
  • Additional specialized training in areas such as cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, and stroke rehabilitation
  • Proficiency in other languages, especially French, is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assess and diagnose patients presenting with physical impairments or disabilities
  • Develop personalized treatment programs incorporating various therapeutic techniques
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to set and achieve patient care goals
  • Educate patients and families about health promotion and treatment plans
  • Supervise physiotherapy students and support staff
  • Evaluate and improve team effectiveness in delivering care
  • Participate in continuous learning and adaptation of new physiotherapy practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental coverage
  • Travel reimbursements
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Defined benefit pension plan
Full Job Description
Req ID: 213929
Location: Eastern Zone, Buchanan Memorial Community Health Centre
Department: OPEZ PT COMM BASED-ICH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
UNIFOR
Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 27-Jul-26


The Physiotherapist reports to the Rehabilitation Services Manager and assesses, diagnoses and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. Physiotherapy assessment involves obtaining a detailed medical history, performing specific and standardized tests and evaluation procedures to determine a physical diagnosis. Holistic treatment programs are developed using exercises, education, and manual, mechanical, electrical and hydrotherapy techniques to assist the patient in regaining and/or maintaining an optimal level of function.

The Physiotherapist is educated and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers in regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. This position provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.

As a member of a clinical team, the Physiotherapist collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
  • Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
  • Membership with The Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy
  • Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook)
  • Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
  • WHMIS training and certification
  • 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, Full-Time Position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
  • May be required to work weekends
  • Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle


Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 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.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

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