Physiotherapist Ii, Acute Rehab Bc Children’s Hospital And Sunny Hill Health Centre

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Job Description


Physiotherapist II, Acute Rehab

BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital and Sunny Hill Health Centre

Vancouver, BC

Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children (SHHC) provides specialized development and rehabilitation services to BC children, youth and their families. The Acute Rehabilitation unit, is a multidisciplinary team providing family-centered care for children with a wide variety of conditions such as ABI, complex orthopedic surgeries and other neurological conditions including but not limited to GBS, FND and CP.

Sunny Hill moved to a brand new facility in summer 2020. Our state of the art facilities, gives therapists access to equipment such as FES bikes, body weight walking harness system and interactive technology.

The successful candidate comes with rehabilitation experience working within a multidisciplinary team environment.

The multidisciplinary team is made up of PTs, OTs, RAs, SLPs, Social Workers, Rec Therapists, Music Therapist, Aquatic Therapists, and Psychologists. Physiotherapists have the opportunity to follow a small case load for inpatient treatment periods ranging from 2 weeks to 3-4 months on average.

Physiotherapist intervention includes specialist pediatric assessment, diagnosis, planning and implementing treatment, equipment provision of children with a wide range of neurological and orthopedic conditions.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

  • Provide Physiotherapy assessments using advanced skill, knowledge and clinical reasoning within assigned area.
  • Apply advanced clinical knowledge and reasoning to the development and implementation of Physiotherapy treatment programs for clients/ patients including developing innovative solutions to assessment and treatment issues.
  • Document information including relevant clinical data, assessments, treatment plans and progress reports and care plans.
  • Assess the need for specific client/patient equipment including home/lifestyle adaptations on and off-site and assists clients/ patients and families to obtain specific equipment to meet the individual needs of the client/ patient by performing duties such as communicating both verbally and in writing with agencies regarding the specific needs of the client/ patient and requesting funding and liaising with suppliers regarding equipment needs.
  • Maintain communication with clients/patients and families and/ or caregivers in order to foster optimal progress for the client/ patient through methods such as establishing and maintaining supportive, collaborative and therapeutic relationships.
What you bring

Qualifications
  • Baccalaureate Degree in Physiotherapy or Rehabilitation Sciences and/or licensure with the College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia.
  • Two (2) years of recent related experience including one year working with the designated patient population within BC Children\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital or BC Women\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital and Health Centre, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Plus 50 hours of post graduate course work/training related to additional procedures, techniques or job functions for assigned area.
You will also have
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in groups, one-on-one and in writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
  • Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, motivator and facilitator.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
  • Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission\xe2\x80\x99s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC\'s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
  • As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on your care too \xe2\x80\x93 offering health, wellness, development programs to support you \xe2\x80\x93 at work and at home.
  • Join one of BC\xe2\x80\x99s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations \xe2\x80\x93 offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
  • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San\xe2\x80\x99yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.
Job Type: Regular, Part-Time (0.60 FTE)
Wage: $41.32 - $51.40/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: 3 days a week - specific dates to be discussed with hiring manager
Requisition # 150450E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

(BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

(SHHC) provides specialized development and rehabilitation services to BC children, youth and their families.

BCCH and SHHC is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people \xe2\x80\x93 Be compassionate \xe2\x80\x93 Dare to innovate \xe2\x80\x93 Cultivate partnerships \xe2\x80\x93 Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA, BCCH and SHHC are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments\xe2\x80\x99 unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey\xe2\x80\x94one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

ATTN: PHSA Employees:

To be considered as a PHSA employee (internal applicant) for this position, you must apply online via your internal profile at

Please note the internal job posting will no longer be accessible after the expiry date of August 24, 2023. If the internal job posting has expired, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk and advise that you would like to be considered as a late internal applicant for this position. Please do not apply for the external job posting.

If you have not registered your internal profile, a password is required to log in for the first time. To obtain your password, please contact the Internal Jobs Help Desk at 604-875-7264 or 1-855-875-7264. Please note regular business hours are Monday \xe2\x80\x93 Friday (excluding stats), 8:30am to 4:30pm. For inquiries outside of regular business hours, please email the Internal Jobs Help Desk at and a Help Desk Representative will contact you the next business day.

Labor Agreement Health Science Professionals
Requisition # 150450E-2403620
Work Site 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC, V6H 2N9
Job Type Regular, Part-Time
Salary/Rate $41.32 - $51.40 / Hour
FTE .60
Hours of Work 0800-1600
Work Days 3 days a week - specific dates to be discussed
Expiry Date 12-Sep-2023

Provincial Health Services Authority

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2219460
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    $41.32 - 51.4 per hour
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Vancouver, BC, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned