Position Summary
We are hiring for a permanent part-time (0.62fte) Physiotherapist to join our wonderful rehabilitation team in Salmon Arm. Primarily based at the Shuswap Lake General Hospital, this position supports acute care, outpatients and Bastion Place.
Days of Work: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Shift times/Hours of work: 08:30 to 16:30
What we offer:
We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.
• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Education and career development opportunities
• Mentorship programs for new graduates and internationally educated professionals
• Canada and B.C. student loan forgiveness for eligible professions and locations
• Reimbursement for eligible professional registration fees
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts
About the role:
The Physiotherapist functions both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, delivering comprehensive physiotherapy services. These include assessment, treatment planning and implementation, program development, consultation, equipment prescription, and education for clients and/or their caregivers to support functional independence and optimize health outcomes.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Physiotherapist contributes to departmental and professional goals by participating in quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and educational activities. They also provide guidance and direction to the rehabilitation assistant working within the team.
About us:
We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.
About this location:
Situated in a lush valley on the shores of beautiful Shuswap Lake, the city of Salmon Arm is a popular year-round vacation destination thanks to its wide variety of cultural, seasonal, and outdoor recreation opportunities. From hiking to boating, to the annual Salmon Arm Roots & Blues Festival, there is no shortage of opportunities for building a healthy lifestyle in this family-friendly community.
Qualifications
Full registration as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
Valid BC Driver’s license where required.
Comments
Interior Health is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to creating an environment free from discrimination. Our goal is to cultivate a workforce rich in culture, experience, and knowledge to enable us to provide high quality, accessible and culturally safe health services to everyone in the Interior Health region. We are committed to addressing existing inequities and barriers to achieving a diverse workforce, one that is representative of the communities we serve. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups.