Physiotherapist

Job Number: J1225-0152 Job Title: Physiotherapist Job Category: Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA, Social Work, Dietitian, Recreation & Wellness, Music Therapy) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Number of Positions: 1
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If compassion, professionalism, and integrity drive you, a rewarding career at Shannex could be your next great move. Our communities are more than places to work — they're places where Great People connect, care, and Lead the Way to Better Living.

We're opening Adeline Hall Enhanced Care in Bedford, Nova Scotia, in June 2026, and we're searching for an experienced and passionate Physiotherapist to join our opening team.

Why Shannex?

When you join Shannex, you join a community of talented professionals who care deeply about what they do — and about each other. We're proud to offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where you can truly make a difference.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Comprehensive health & dental benefits (starting immediately)
• Free 24/7 access to healthcare through our benefits plan
• RRSP program with 5% employer matching
• Vacation accrual from day one + travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts through our Perks Program
• Ongoing education through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Recognition and rewards for safety and service excellence
• Opportunities to lead innovation in the continuing care sector

What You'll Do

• Supervises, trains and evaluates the physiotherapy/occupational therapy assistant as necessary including work assignments, disciplinary procedures, and performance evaluation;
• Assesses clients with physiotherapy related concerns such as decreased mobility, transfer concerns, range of motion, strength, balance, pain control;
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical records, observation, or referral; confers with interdisciplinary staff in regard to an overall treatment plan for clients;
• Provides treatment services for clients using physiotherapy techniques or modalities, such as hydrocollator, wax bath, TENs, etc.;
• Evaluates the progress of clients in relation to physiotherapy treatment provided through use of tests and observation; confers with nursing staff and physicians regarding effectiveness of treatment;
• Instructs clients in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, and prosthetic devices;
• Maintains an inventory of physiotherapy equipment and supplies;
• Provides leadership and oversight to all departmental activities to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and applicable legislation
• Outlines work assignments
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the team
• Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.).
• Evaluates the progress of Residents in relation to physiotherapy treatment provided through use of tests and observation; confers with nursing staff and physicians regarding effectiveness of treatment; participates in Resident care conferences as scheduled.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively, through verbal, nonverbal, written and electronic means, with the residents, Substitute Decision Makers, OT, PT, other members of the Wellness Team and interdisciplinary team;
• Explain treatment to residents as instructed;
• Prepares progress reports, funding requests, and statistical reports relating to physiotherapy treatment program and client needs and maintains treatment records as required;
• Trains staff on back care, lifts and transfers and other relevant topics;
• Ensures client safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided;

What You Bring

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Master of Science in Physiotherapy;
• Current registration with the provincial College of Physiotherapists;
• Minimum of two years' clinical experience; previous experience in rehabilitation and geriatrics preferred;
• Previous supervisory experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, techniques, materials, equipment, and procedures used in physiotherapy and their application in specific cases;
• Knowledge of skeletal, muscular and neural anatomy and physiology as it applies to physiotherapy;
• Knowledge of the potential hazards involved in physiotherapy treatments and precautionary measures to be taken;
• Ability to adjust and make minor repairs of equipment and skill in manipulation
• used for treatments;
• Ability to write reports and keep necessary records;
• Previous experience working in long-term care considered an asset
• Previous experience in rehabilitation and geriatrics considered an asset
• Willingness to travel within the region; travel costs per kilometer
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.