Dykeland Lodge is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team.

Job Title: Physiotherapist, Full Time

Care Approach

• We believe in a resident focused model of care
• We recognize the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment
• We ensure that staff is equipped and striving to put the resident at the center of their care
• We aim to maximize resident independence and abilities while providing quality, compassionate, holistic care
• We recognize and respect privacy and confidentiality

Job Description: Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team under the direct supervision of the Director of Care to meet residents' care needs.

Education Required:

• Graduate of a University Physiotherapy Program
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists (NSCP)
• Police check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Request in the last 3 months is required

Competencies:

• Effective communication both written and verbal in English with residents, families and co-workers
• Strong moral and ethics along with a commitment to Privacy and Confidentiality in all aspects of the organization
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• Problem identification and problem resolution skills
• High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability
• Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition
• Maintenance of a clean and sanitary environment
• Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills
• Respectful and hardworking team player

Responsibilities:

• Carry out assessments and suitable treatments and exercises designed to increase mobility of residents
• Assess residents for safe movement
• Maintain progress notes and chart on resident's progress
• Instruct and guide PTA
• Communicate resident's progress with other members of care team
• Assist the OT in assessing and prescribing of assistive or adaptive equipment
• Maintain open communication with residents, family members, and staff
• Participate in various committees, including but not limited to, OH&S, Lift and Transfers and Falls Prevention
• Provide staff training on proper body mechanics and safe use of equipment
• An active interest in continuing education

What We Offer YOU:

• Comprehensive Package (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Pension Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Orientation
• Referral/Incentive Program
• A supportive work environment
• "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program
• Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQs, Holiday Party, Potlucks, Professional Week Celebrations, etc)
• Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen
• Free parking
• Free access to current e-learning through SURGE and Provincial Initiatives such as RN LPN Leadership Program, as well as opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Join us now and move with us to our brand-new, world class facility! (Groundbreaking June 11, 2024)

As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.

Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada (Canadian Residency or Citizenship)

Dykeland Lodge 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.