Physiotherapist Educator, Falls Prevention - (235783) Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites may be required Shift Start Time/End Time Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. Reporting to the Manager or designate, facilitates student learning and recruitment to Island Health positions, and supports quality improvement initiatives. Integral to bridging client's healthcare journey to self-management in community settings, applies to the role a broad knowledge base of community health care and services environment; adult education theory and models; In collaboration with other regional Educator colleagues, holds accountabilities for the establishment, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of falls prevention initiatives that support and improve patient/client care and safety, and align with organizational and accreditation requirements.

Plans, continually develops, and operates a student led outpatient clinic for community dwelling older adults at risk for falling. This position requires the therapist be available when clinical placements are scheduled, thus scheduled leaves will occur outside of clinical placement dates. Travel is a requirement of this position.

Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and require the use of a personal vehicle. Education,



Training And Experience Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy. Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Physiotherapist.

Five (5) years' recent, related experience in working with older adults with chronic conditions or recent illness/injury, as well as experience with educating and quality improvement. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Ability to integrate and apply CHCPBC Standards for Physical Therapy Practice in the context of community practice and UBC MPT Clinical Education Manual to facilitate learning experiences appropriate to student's level.

Demonstrated ability to support learning through coaching, mentoring and hands on training; Working knowledge of community health, determinants of health, Expanded Chronic Care Model, health promotion, illness prevention, and the challenges of adults living with complex health conditions. Working knowledge of community resources. Ability to demonstrate creative planning for change and innovations, implementation of Island Health policies or other protocols, and ongoing career development of self and others.

The Student-Led Fall Prevention Clinic is an innovative physiotherapy service that provides supervised clinical training for Master of Physical Therapy students while delivering evidence-based care to community-dwelling older adults. Through a collaborative learning approach, the program focuses on enhancing self-management skills, improving health and physical activity literacy, and implementing structured exercise interventions to reduce fall risk and promote functional independence. The Physiotherapist supervises up to four Master of Physical Therapy students at a time, providing mentorship, clinical coaching, and performance feedback.

The Physiotherapist also supports direct patient care, including assessment, treatment planning, and management of complex clinical presentations. This is a casual position and requires flexibility and short notice availability.

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📌 Physiotherapist Educator, Falls Prevention (Victoria)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Victoria