Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services Specialist

3 days ago


Pictou County, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled Physiotherapist to join our team in a care setting. As a Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations, or disabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough medical histories and perform standardized tests to determine physical diagnoses
  • Develop holistic treatment programs using exercises, education, and manual, mechanical, electrical, and hydrotherapy techniques
  • Communicate effectively with other health disciplines, patients, and caregivers regarding health promotion, treatment, and patient management
  • Supervise and evaluate physiotherapy students and assistants
  • Collaborate with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, evaluate team effectiveness, and solve problems
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Physiotherapist who possesses:

  • A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
  • Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists
  • Strong computer skills, including statistics input and word processing
  • Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
  • Annual Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training and certification (WHMIS)
  • Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Competencies in other languages, with French being an asset
Hours

This is a permanent full-time position with a 75-hour bi-weekly schedule. Shifts include weekends in a rotational schedule, and some travel between sites may be required.

Compensation and Incentives

The successful candidate will receive a competitive hourly rate of $42.89. Additionally, they 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. Successful candidates may also be eligible for a signing bonus and relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.



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