Job Summary:
This Pediatric Physiotherapist position is the School-Based Position.
• This is the physiotherapist for School District 79.
• Assesses and evaluates clients’ physical abilities using functional ability testing, other tests and
procedures, observation, and physician referral notes,
• Plans and develops programs of physiotherapy derived from the assessment process. Makes program
adjustments based on client progress,
• Prepares and maintains clinical and statistical records. Confers with other health care professionals to
ensure coordinated and consistent client therapies
• Implements physiotherapy programs such as motor learning, balance and coordination, gait training,
exercise programs and prescription of adapted equipment.
• Uses a combination of supplemental home/work exercise regimes, electro/hydro-therapeutic and other
mechanical equipment in individual and group settings

Education, Training and Experience

- Master’s degree in physical therapy

- Must be registered and in positive standing with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC

- 2 years’ experience in a clinical setting as a physical therapist; prefer experience working with pediatrics
clients with complex medical conditions

Qualifications:



Skills and Abilities

- Knowledgeable about the principles of family centered practice

- Excellent oral and written communication

- Experience with a data management system

- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team whose members have diverse backgrounds

- Ability to maintain current on best practice information

Personal Attributes

- Ability to work effectively with families, colleagues,volunteers, and organizations

- Current, satisfactory criminal record search

- Empathetic and flexible to meet the needs of families from diverse backgrounds

Advocacy:

- To advocate for individual clients and families so they obtain needed support

- To support families in advocating for their child

- To advocate for support and change within the systems that affect children and families

Please Note:

- The successful candidate will begin employment at the Clements Building, days to be determined

- This position will require a valid B.C. Driver’s License and use of personal vehicle for transportation

- This position is open to all qualified individuals and requires Union membership

- This position will remain open until a qualified candidate is found

📌 Pediatric Physiotherapist (Duncan)
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