Specialty Physiotherapist

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If you’re an experienced Physiotherapist looking for a meaningful career move - and a change in lifestyle - Island Health welcomes you. Be part of a team that values your expertise and invests in your professional growth.

Island Health is hiring a casual Physiotherapist to work at Tofino General Hospital.

About the Position
As a Physiotherapist with Island Health, you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Your clinical skills, leadership and compassion will make a direct impact on the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

You will have authority and responsibility for management and operation of the services in accordance with professional, hospital and Island Health objectives, policies and standards. You will be responsible for ascertaining, interpreting and implementing all institutional policies and procedures as they apply to the rehabilitation service.

Therapy services will be provided for inpatients and outpatients within the hospital setting and in the community. Services include assessment, treatment, consultation and education. You will work with other health care professionals, agencies and the community to provide enhanced patient care services including 'wellness' programs and community education related to health.

What You Will Need to Apply
- 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.
- Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA).
- Knowledge of current physiotherapy modalities and scope of practice; knowledge of the processes related to continuous quality improvement; knowledge of business management practices related to the operations of hospital services.
- At least 5 years of recent, related experience; experience in rural/remote setting (or equivalent).

If you’re coming from outside BC, our team will connect you with the resources you need for a smooth transition.

What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $42.56 - $52.95 per hour.
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision.
- Municipal Pension Plan with employer contributions.
- 4 weeks paid vacation (prorated to FTE) plus 13 statutory holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Relocation assistance may be available for eligible candidates.

Take The Next Step
If you’re passionate about helping patients who truly need it and you’re excited to begin your next chapter on Vancouver Island, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

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Tofino

Tofino is a thriving tourist destination, popular with surfers. Located near the entrance to Clayoquot Sound, recently designated as B.C’s first United Nations Biosphere Reserve, the Tofino area boasts miles of sandy beaches, stands of old-growth cedar, migrating grey whales, hot springs and sea lions. Tofino’s harbour bustles with local fishermen and is the launch point for numerous sea kayaking and whale watching tours.

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