Physiotherapist
Apply NowCompany: Island Health
Location: Victoria, BC V8N 6N8
Description:
Close Date
Apr. 13 2025
Location
Victoria Health Unit - Victoria, BC V8T 3P7 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
9:42 / 18:00; 8:30 / 16:48
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$42.56 - $52.95
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75.00
Planned Start Date
Apr. 15 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Oct. 3 2025
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Required for Professional Registration
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, and working as part of a interdisciplinary team, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates rehabilitation care for clients with chronic, acute, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs in the community setting. Duties and responsibilities include assessing, treating and educating clients and caregivers and consulting and liaising with other health care professionals. The Physiotherapist follows a model of client-centered care to maintain a continuum of physiotherapy services to promote and maintain optimal functional independence in a safe home environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy. Current practicing full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC (CPTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Two (2) years of recent related experience including experience working in a community based therapy program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's Licence.
Skills And Abilities
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD914.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Health Science Professionals
Affiliation/Union
CUPE
Apr. 13 2025
Location
Victoria Health Unit - Victoria, BC V8T 3P7 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement
Shift Start Time/End Time
9:42 / 18:00; 8:30 / 16:48
Days Off
Rotating
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$42.56 - $52.95
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75.00
Planned Start Date
Apr. 15 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Oct. 3 2025
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Required for Professional Registration
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, and working as part of a interdisciplinary team, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates rehabilitation care for clients with chronic, acute, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs in the community setting. Duties and responsibilities include assessing, treating and educating clients and caregivers and consulting and liaising with other health care professionals. The Physiotherapist follows a model of client-centered care to maintain a continuum of physiotherapy services to promote and maintain optimal functional independence in a safe home environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy. Current practicing full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC (CPTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Two (2) years of recent related experience including experience working in a community based therapy program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's Licence.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to provide a client-centered holistic approach to care.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently, organize workload and establish priorities.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- Knowledge of community dynamics, agencies and resources.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of community and facility contacts.
- Ability to demonstrate sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
- Excellent assessment, care planning and coordination skills.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD914.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Health Science Professionals
Affiliation/Union
CUPE