Physiotherapist - Geriatric Care Specialist
5 days ago
The Physiotherapist reports to the Program Manager and as a member of a clinical team, the physiotherapist collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, solves problems, and shares responsibilities. The physiotherapist assesses diagnoses and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairments, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. The physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members, and caregivers with regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and pain management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students, and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.
The incumbent may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio.
About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy or acceptable equivalent from a recognized school of Physiotherapy
- Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
- Previous experience with older adults considered an asset
- Previous experience working with individuals with dementia, responsive behaviors and/or cognitive changes considered an asset
- Continuing education course in area of interest is an asset
- Maintains current certification in CPR
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- 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.
Key Responsibilities- Assess and diagnose patients with actual or potential impairments, pain, functional limitations or disabilities
- Develop and implement treatment plans to promote health and well-being
- Provide education and communication to patients, families, and caregivers
- Supervise and evaluate physiotherapy students and assistants
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to achieve team goals and objectives
Nova Scotia Health Authority offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
We are committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.
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