Providence Living
Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary
CA$43 - CA$53 / HOUR
The physiotherapist provides assessment, treatment, and education to residents to maintain optimal health outcomes. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, maintain comprehensive records, and participate in discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives.
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy and have at least three years of recent related experience. Current registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC is mandatory.
Reporting to the Director of Care, this position works without general supervision and provides physiotherapy services to enable residents to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes.
Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience
Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy plus at least three (3) years’ recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Current registration with the College of Physical Therapists of BC (CPTBC).
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA).
Skills and Abilities
Broad knowledge of physiotherapy theory and practice within a resident and family centred model of care.
Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in resident care.
Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practice related to designated program/area.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.
Demonstrated ability to conduct relevant assessments per established standards of practice.
Demonstrated ability to independently plan, organize and prioritize workload.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated ability to teach and empower residents to assume control over their health.
Demonstrated ability to plan, deliver and evaluate health education for individuals and groups.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with residents, caregivers/families and community partners.
Demonstrated computer knowledge in relevant software applications.
Working knowledge of research process and methodology.
Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
Plans and provides physiotherapy assessment, treatment and education for residents in accordance with physician's specific order and referrals.
Develops and maintains work schedule through individual or group treatment sessions in cooperation with other disciplines as necessary. Maintains comprehensive treatment and progress records.
Maintains the standards associated with the safety of residents receiving physiotherapy treatment including awareness of the contra-indications to specific forms of treatment, the potential hazards involved in various procedures used, and the precautions which must be employed and taught to the resident.
Educates residents, relevant family or care providers on an individual basis or in groups.
Attends and contributes to medical rounds, conferences, lectures, and meetings as appropriate. Exchanges patient information with colleagues and members of care team through care plans, direct or written communication, and/or family conferences. Participates in discharge planning.
Coordinates therapeutic activities, providing clinical direction and input into the performance evaluations of assigned support staff.
Ensures equipment is safe and in good working order.
As assigned, participates in various committees/programs, and participates in and contributes to staff education.
Assists in development, implementation and evaluation of department policies and programs and maintains statistical records on related activities.
Contributes to the Quality Improvement Program by assisting with the development of standards, audits and program evaluation as assigned.
Keeps current in new techniques and technology related to resident care and maintains and upgrades clinical skills through attendance at approved courses, seminars, etc.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
This posting will remain open until successfully filled. All internal applicants received by 08:30 am April 10, 2026, will be given first consideration.
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