Req ID: 223506
Location: CentralZoneDartmouth General Hospital
Department: OPCZ DGH & TAs
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU HealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 17-Nov-26

About the Opportunity

The Physiotherapist reports to the Rehabilitation Services Manager and assesses diagnoses and treats patients who present with actual or potential impairment pain functional limitations or disabilities. Physiotherapy assessment involves obtaining a detailed medical history performing specific and standardized tests and evaluation procedures to determine a physical diagnosis. Holistic treatment programs are developed using exercises education and manual mechanical electrical and hydrotherapy techniques to assist the patient in regaining and/or maintaining an optimal level of function.

The Physiotherapist is educated and communicates with other health disciplines the general public family members and caregivers in regard to health promotion physiotherapy treatment and patient management. This position provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.

As a member of a clinical team the Physiotherapist collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness and solves problems and shares responsibilities.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

- Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Physiotherapy or Masters of Science in Physiotherapy
- Membership with the Nova Scotia Regulator of Physiotherapy (Provincial licensing body)
- BLS-C
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to facilitate education programs and interact positively with patients/clients families other health care providers and staff
- Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety ethical practices cultural awareness and organizational health




- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while effectively planning organizing and supervising
- Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
- Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings traveling within geographical area as necessary.
- Access to reliable transportation
- 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.

Hours

- Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
- Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 Hourly
$52.77 hourly with 25 years service with the employer

Successful candidates may be eligible for our perks package which includes health dental travel long-term disability and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What Youll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the provinces largest provider of health services; were 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 youll find meaningful career opportunities supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once Youve Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.

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