Physiotherapist

NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY

POSITION: Physiotherapist

STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (12-18 months)

DEPARTMENT: Therapeutics

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours/week Monday through Friday

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Resident Care

POSTING DATE: March 13, 2026

START DATE: May 1st, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Resident Care, the physiotherapist is a member of the resident care team who collaboratively ensures optimal care and services for residents. The physiotherapist will assess and actively treat residents, provide education to staff, visit with residents and families, and participate on various teams/committees.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

• Undergraduate degree in physiotherapy.
• Current licensing with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists.
• Experience in geriatrics in a long term care setting is an asset.
• Able to relate well to residents, families, staff and others.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a health care team.
• Ability to plan, organize, manage and control services within their area of responsibility.
• Experience in electronic charting is an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate as a member of the Resident Care Team to assess and collaborate in the development of a plan to ensure resident's optimal mobility.
• Provide mobility aid prescription, maintenance and assist with acquisition.
• Assess resident outcomes and collaborate with resident care team members to adjust plan.
• Participate in resident and/or family care meetings; e.g. IRCC.
• Coordinate and deliver staff education needed to support/maintain resident's optimum mobility.
• Maintain professional competencies and attend continuing education sessions through workshops; lectures and conferences in pertinent areas.
• Committee member of Occupational Health & Safety.
• Participate and promote quality improvement initiatives aimed at improving resident care and service.
• Participate in the implementation of Resident Care Team initiatives as identified in the strategic plan.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

Compensation for this position is commensurate on qualifications and previous experience. Vacation is based on previous experience. Saint Vincent's offers a competitive medical and dental plan, and insurance benefits.

Quoting Competition Number PT-003-CB, apply in writing to [email protected] on or before April 12, 2026. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.