Geriatric Physiotherapy Practitioner

3 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Oakwood Terrace Long Term Care Full time

Organization Overview:

Oakwood Terrace Long Term Care is a dedicated non-profit facility with a capacity of 110 beds, providing long-term care services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, resident-centered care for seniors and their families in a nurturing, home-like atmosphere. This is achieved through the commitment of our compassionate staff, volunteers, and community partners. We prioritize maintaining the highest standards of practice and fostering a healthy workplace for our employees.

As a well-established nursing home, Oakwood Terrace is operated by the Dartmouth Senior Care Society, which emphasizes placing the needs of our residents at the forefront of our decisions while ensuring the well-being of our staff. We are excited about our future plans to expand our services with a new facility designed for 144 residents.

Position Overview:

The Physiotherapist plays a crucial role in assessing, treating, educating, and managing residents within the realm of Physiotherapy. This position involves understanding, interpreting, and applying all relevant organizational policies, procedures, and regulations pertaining to Physiotherapy Services. Collaboration with the Occupational Therapist and Rehabilitation Assistant is essential to provide comprehensive Rehabilitation Services at Oakwood Terrace.

The Physiotherapist will also contribute significantly to the leadership team, participating in meetings that enhance resident healthcare and promote a safe working environment for staff.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

· Graduate from an accredited Physiotherapy program

· Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Nova Scotia

· Eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

· General understanding of various healthcare disciplines and their respective priorities

· Knowledge of departmental and patient care management principles

· Awareness of the psychological, social, cultural, spiritual, and economic aspects of elderly care

· Physical capability to perform duties with average to heavy demands

· Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, time management, judgment, and decision-making skills

· Previous experience working with the elderly in a Homes for Special Care setting is advantageous.

Key Responsibilities: As outlined in the Oakwood Terrace Physiotherapist Job Description

Compensation and Benefits:

The salary for this role is competitive and based on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

· Extensive Health and Dental Benefits

· Pension Plan

· Employee and Family Assistance Program

· Paid holidays and vacation starting at five weeks

· Complimentary on-site parking

· A supportive, interdisciplinary, and flexible work environment

· Opportunities for professional growth and development

Ideal Candidate Profile:

We are seeking a professional who embodies the following qualities:

· A confident advocate for residents

· A team player who thrives in a close-knit environment

· A flexible individual who understands the dynamics of a successful healthcare career

· A professional who values respect and collaboration

· A representative of the organization who maintains professionalism at all times

· An individual who can navigate the challenges of healthcare with a positive attitude and a sense of humor.

If you resonate with these values, we invite you to explore the opportunity to join our team at Oakwood Terrace Long Term Care.

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