Original job description
We are hiring a relief, full time Physiotherapist at Vernon Jubilee Hospital (VJH). This position is expected to run until July 2027, or the return of the incumbent.
Days of work: Monday to Friday; 1 in 6 weekends worked
Shift times: 8:00 to 16:00
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work–life balance, and long-term stability. Locations that qualify for B.C. Student Loan Forgiveness Program and/or Canada Student Loan Forgiveness.
About The Position
This position is primarily assigned to Acute Medical. As a Physiotherapist, you function both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, providing comprehensive physiotherapy services. Your responsibilities include assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program development, consultation, equipment prescription, and education for clients and/or their caregivers to support functional independence and optimize health outcomes. In addition to your clinical responsibilities, you contribute to departmental and professional goals by participating in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and educational activities. You also provide guidance and direction to the rehabilitation assistant working within the team.
About Us
We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.
About this location:
Vernon, B.C. is a vibrant city located in the North Okanagan region, known for its stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and strong sense of community. Surrounded by three lakes, including Okanagan, Kalamalka, and Swan Lake, Vernon offers year-round opportunities for activities such as hiking, cycling, boating, skiing, and golfing. The city enjoys a four-season climate with warm summers and relatively mild winters, making it an attractive destination for residents and visitors alike. Vernon combines the amenities of a growing urban centre with the charm and friendliness of a smaller community. Its diverse economy supports a high quality of life for people of all ages. With easy access to nature, cultural events, and local wineries, Vernon is widely regarded as one of the most desirable places to live in the Okanagan Valley.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Connect with us at careers@interiorhealth.ca
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Responsibilities
Assess clients and plan and deliver physiotherapy care, including treatment, program development, consultation, equipment prescription, and education to support functional independence and health outcomes. Contribute to departmental and professional activities, including quality assurance, meetings, research, and education, and guide the rehabilitation assistant.
Requirements
The posting does not specify formal education, licensing, or experience requirements. The role calls for the ability to provide physiotherapy services independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, primarily in acute medical care.
Skills
- Physiotherapy
- Acute Medical Care
- Client Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Treatment Implementation
- Program Development
- Consultation
- Equipment Prescription
- Client and Caregiver Education
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Quality Assurance
- Research
- Rehabilitation Assistant Guidance
Visa sponsorship
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Keywords
- Physiotherapy
- Acute Medical Care
- Rehabilitation
- Client Assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Treatment Implementation
- Program Development
- Consultation
- Equipment Prescription
- Client Education
- Caregiver Education
- Functional Independence
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Quality Assurance
- Research
- Rehabilitation Assistant
- Vernon Jubilee Hospital
