Job Description

Close DateLocationWest Coast General Hospital - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4S1 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time08:00-16:00Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeRegular PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.56 - $52.95Paid FTE0.84Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS60.0Planned Start DateJun. 10 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)Required for Professional RegistrationIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Under the general supervision of the Coordinator, Therapy Services, or designate, and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Physiotherapist assesses, treats, educates and manages patients/clients receiving physical therapy services.Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceGraduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy. Current practising full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC (CPTBC). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Knowledge of current Physical Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver\'s License.Skills And Abilities

• Prioritize, organize and problem-solve.
• Observe and assess clients/patients.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, tact and empathy.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Deal with others effectively.
• Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Foster good public relations.
• Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position.
• Operate related equipment, including computerized systems.
• Type.

Link to Full Additional information for applicantsAdditional ClausesWest Coast General Hospital: More information on working at may be found at: https://youtu.be/amD__Ko_6SY (Copy/Paste link to Browser). Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.Requisition CAHealth Science ProfessionalsAffiliation/UnionHSA

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