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Physiotherapist

Position Summary

Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) has an immediate relief full time Physiotherapist opening. This position is to provide coverage until December 2025, or the return of incumbent.

What we offer:

• Recognition of previous experience in determining starting salary.
• Financial moving support
• Strong employee benefit package
• Defined Pension Plan
• Mentorship to help orientate, navigate and thrive in your new role
• $1,000 per year to use for courses plus education leave
• Development resources for leadership skills leading to future roles
• Diversity and inclusion ~ bring your whole self to work
• Focus on safety and employee wellness
• Time is best spent in the service of clients

KGH is a tertiary referral hospital and offers high-level, specialty medical care including 24 hour emergency and trauma services, ambulatory and outpatient clinics, and diagnostic/paramedical services. Specialty services include adult and adolescent psychiatry, outpatient nutrition, patient care quality officers, and cardiac surgery.

This position’s focus is critical care. Includes one in five week-ends working throughout Acute Care wards. Shifts times: 7:30 to 15:30 hours and 08:00 to 16:00 hours with occasional shifts 09:00 to 17:00 hour; occasional work on Statutory holidays.

As a Physiotherapist in our dynamic multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients. You'll work both independently and collaboratively, utilizing your expertise to provide comprehensive physiotherapy services that empower individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals. From conducting assessments to developing personalized treatment plans and providing education to clients and caregivers, you'll play a vital role in promoting functional independence and enhancing overall well-being. And you’ll provide direction to rehabilitation assistants, ensuring seamless coordination and delivery of care within the rehabilitation team. Your contributions won't stop there – you'll also have the chance to actively contribute to our organization's goals and participate in quality assurance initiatives, research endeavors, and educational opportunities.

About this location | The largest and liveliest lakeshore community in the Okanagan, Kelowna is well-known as a year round outdoor playground. Named The Cultural Capital of Canada in 2004, Kelowna’s sunny weather, spectacular scenery, lakes, canyons and many attractions are the perfect combination for those who enjoy an active lifestyle and an urban setting. Kelowna residents and visitors enjoy a vibrant cultural life including a professional symphony, annual festivals, and art exhibits. Golf courses, orchards, pristine lakes and numerous surrounding vineyards make Kelowna (and nearby West Kelowna and Winfield/Lake Country) a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. World-class skiing and snowboarding is only a short drive away at Big White – where Canada’s largest ski-in/ski-out village offers a host of winter activities, fine dining and shopping.

Qualifications

• Full registration as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Valid Driver’s license where required.

Comments

Interior Health now offers assistance from an Indigenous Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with the application process and/or career exploration, send your question(s) via email to IndigenousEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and/or resumes.

Competition #:

02074436

Employee Type:

RELIEF FULL TIME

Bargaining Unit:

HSA

Facility:

KELOWNA GENERAL HOSPITAL

Location:

Kelowna

Department:

KGH PHYSIO ACUTE IP

Reports To:

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE LEADER

Hourly Wage:

$42.56 - $52.95

Close Date:

DECEMBER 20, 2025

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