Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Nictaux, NS

7d•CA$38 - CA$51

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or entry-level master's program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university.
Membership with the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Regulator (Provincial licensing body).
Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook).
Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS).

Nice To Haves

Additional courses/education/training in specialized areas of practice (e.g., cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training).
Competencies in other languages, French preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose and treat patients with impairment, pain, functional limitations, or disabilities.
Provide services 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.
Supervise physiotherapy assistants.