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Résumé du poste

The Physiotherapist provides collaborative, client-centered care to seniors within the emergency department and community settings to enhance independence and function. They also participate in the planning and provision of physiotherapy services while contributing to the clinical education of students.

Détails du poste

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 225979Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ Strat Frailty Network LeadersType of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 Union: CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 22-Sep-26About the Opportunity The Physiotherapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Seniors Western Zone and is a member of the interdisciplinary Seniors Care Team providing service primarily in the emergency department and community setting. The Physiotherapist participates in the planning, development and provision of physiotherapy services to support seniors and enhance their independence and function at home. The Physiotherapist works to their full scope of practice as an independent practitioner within the team. The Physiotherapist provides collaborative, client centered care across the continuum, supporting the physical well-being of all individuals (includes patients, families, groups, populations and communities). This position includes considerable collaboration within the team and with community partners. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The PT may also contribute to the clinical education of Physiotherapy students and related health disciplines. The Physiotherapist is responsible for adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of their licensing body, the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.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 Physiotherapy Regulator (Provincial licensing body) Experience in Geriatric Care preferred Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook) 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 Strong counselling and communication skills Capacity to achieve a high degree of autonomous practice Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team context 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 Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Approximately a 12-month assignment 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.

Ce que vous ferez

The Physiotherapist provides collaborative, client-centered care to seniors within the emergency department and community settings to enhance independence and function. They also participate in the planning and provision of physiotherapy services while contributing to the clinical education of students.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or entry-level Master's degree in Physiotherapy and maintain membership with the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Regulator. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team are essential for this role.

Avantages

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

Compétences indiquées

• Geriatric Care · Souhaitée
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Physiotherapy
• Geriatric care
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Clinical education
• Patient assessment
• Rehabilitation
• Communication skills
• Counseling
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Manual therapy
• Balance training
• Cardio-respiratory techniques
• Acupuncture
• Computer literacy
• Autonomous practice
• Communication
• Planning
• Innovation
• Microsoft Outlook
• French Language
• Computer Literacy
• Physical Therapy
• Statistics
• Emergency Departments
• Disabilities
• Word Processing
• Geriatric Nursing
• Manual Therapy
• Stroke Recovery
• Medical Frailty

Domaines d’emploi

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Physiotherapist
• Physical Therapist
• Physiotherapists
• Physical Therapists