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Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health·Kentville, Nova Scotia

CA$38 - CA$51/hrFull TimeTemporaryOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 19 hours ago

Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation Services · CA$38 - CA$51/hr

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How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -9% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Kentville, Nova Scotia (CA$42.21/hr, n=41)
  • 15 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
CA$25.64/hr · p10p90 · CA$225/hr
this role: CA$38.43/hrmedian CA$42.21/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 41 posted healthcare roles in Kentville, Nova Scotia rates. This role sits in the 33rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 9% below the Kentville, Nova Scotia median for similar positions.

The physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients with physical impairments, pain, or functional limitations across various clinical settings. They are also responsible for educating patients and caregivers while supervising physiotherapy students and assistants.

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID

225967Location:

  • Western
  • Zone,
  • Valley
  • Regional
  • Hospital
  • Department:
  • OPWZ
  • Rehab
  • Physiotherapy
  • VRHType of
  • Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
  • Union: CUPE Healthcare PositionPosting

Closing Date

9-Sep-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses and treats patients who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. The Physiotherapist may provide service in outpatient, inpatient and community settings. The Physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers. The Physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students and supervision of assistants. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Physiotherapy from an accredited university Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body) Computer skills (statistics input, word processing, Outlook) Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS) Physiotherapy is a diverse profession requiring additional courses/education/training in many specialized areas or practice, e.g., cardio-respiratory techniques, acupuncture, stroke rehabilitation, manual therapy, balance training, etc 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 a 12-month assignment Compensation and Benefits $38.43 - $50.98 hourly 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.

Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position.

Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. ​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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physiotherapy and maintain active membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists. Additionally, applicants are required to have BCLS certification and proficiency in basic computer applications.

  • bachelor degree
  • Rehabilitation
  • Written communication
  • Supervision
  • Physiotherapy
  • Diagnosis
  • Acupuncture
  • Computer skills
  • Patient assessment
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Treatment planning
  • BCLS certification
  • Stroke rehabilitation
  • Manual therapy
  • Balance training
  • Cardio-respiratory techniques

Benefits

  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Health insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Travel insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time, Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
CA$38 - CA$51/hr
Location
Kentville, Nova Scotia
Posted
Sep 1, 2026
Closes
Sep 10, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health

IWK Health is an internationally recognized academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia dedicated to the highest standards of patient and family-centred care, research and education. The IWK is an integral part of the region’s communities, caring for a...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeGovernment Agency
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Rehab physiotherapy demand in Nova Scotia

Physiotherapist roles in rehabilitation services in Nova Scotia are typically driven by ongoing needs in hospitals, outpatient rehab, and community recovery settings. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for licensed candidates with physiotherapy education, BCLS, WHMS training, and readiness to work across functional recovery goals. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your registration status and certifications before applying.

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