Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services
- New Glasgow, NS, Canada
Full-time
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Req ID: 224057
Location: Northern Zone, Aberdeen Hospital
Department: OPNZ Physiotherapy ARH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Nov-26
About The Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist 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 educated and communicated with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers with regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides. The physiotherapist reports to a Health Services Manager and as a member of a clinical team, the physiotherapist collaborated with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participated in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. Physiotherapists work on weekends in many areas of the hospital .The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Hours
$38.43 - $50.99 hourly
$52.77 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer
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.
Req ID: 224057
Location: Northern Zone, Aberdeen Hospital
Department: OPNZ Physiotherapy ARH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 12-Nov-26
About The Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist 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 educated and communicated with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers with regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides. The physiotherapist reports to a Health Services Manager and as a member of a clinical team, the physiotherapist collaborated with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participated in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. Physiotherapists work on weekends in many areas of the hospital .The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiotherapy, or Master of Science in Physiotherapy
- Membership with the Nova Scotia Regulator or Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
- Computer skills (electronic medical records, data submissions, Microsoft programs)
- Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
- Annual Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training and certification. (WHMIS)
- Access to reliable transportation
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Hours
- Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
$38.43 - $50.99 hourly
$52.77 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer
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.
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Responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with physical impairments, pain, functional limitations, or disabilities, developing holistic treatment programs to restore or maintain function. Educate patients and caregivers, collaborate with the clinical team, supervise students and assistants, and contribute to team evaluation and problem-solving.
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent in physiotherapy, or a master's degree in physiotherapy, and membership with the Nova Scotia physiotherapy regulator. Applicants also need computer skills, annual CPR and WHMIS certification, and reliable transportation; French or other language competencies are an asset.
Skills
- Physiotherapy Assessment
- Physical Diagnosis
- Patient Treatment
- Rehabilitation
- Exercise Therapy
- Patient Education
- Manual Therapy
- Hydrotherapy
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Management
- Student Supervision
- Assistant Supervision
- Interpersonal Communication
- Written Communication
- Electronic Medical Records
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Physiotherapy
- Rehabilitation Services
- Physiotherapy Assessment
- Physical Diagnosis
- Medical History
- Standardized Tests
- Functional Limitations
- Pain Management
- Exercise Therapy
- Patient Education
- Manual Therapy
- Mechanical Therapy
- Electrical Therapy
- Hydrotherapy
- Patient Management
- Interdisciplinary Team
- Student Supervision
- Physiotherapy Assistants
- Electronic Medical Records
- Data Submissions
- Microsoft Programs
- Basic Life Support
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- WHMIS
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
- Health Promotion
- Tertiary Care
- Clinical Team Collaboration