Physiotherapy Assistant
- Neurology/Spinal Cord Injury
- Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Location:
CentralZone,Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre
- QEII Department: OPCZ Neuro/SCI Physiotherapy Posting Closing Date: 6-Nov-26 Under the direction of the Program Manager and under the supervision of the registered Physiotherapist, the Physiotherapy Assistant, as an active member of the patient care team, works with individuals, families and groups to help educate and promote movement, function and activity. Physiotherapy Assistants are responsible for the safe and proficient delivery of activities that have been assigned by the physiotherapist for patients coping with temporary or permanent limitations in movement and daily function. They enable clients to meet their expected outcomes by contributing to the implementation and to the modification of physiotherapy programs and services. The Physiotherapy Assistant also checks and cleans equipment and maintains treatment and storage areas. The Physiotherapy Assistant may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio within a 7-day service. Graduation from a recognized Community College Physiotherapy Assistant program Previous experience in an inpatient setting considered an asset Previous experience with orthopedic population considered an asset Previous experience with modalities considered an asset Previous experience dealing with physically and/or cognitively impaired patients an asset Basic knowledge of Medical Terminology preferred Must be co-operative and possess good interpersonal skills to be able to work with physiotherapy team members Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Long assignment full time position; 25.84
- $30.84 hourly $31.92 hourly with 25 years' experience with the employer Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify. Neurology, Orthopedic, Rehabilitation, Patient Care, Healthcare #

📌 Physiotherapy Assistant (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality