Posted 2 days ago
Community Physiotherapist
@ Island Health
Port Alberni, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a per diem Community Physiotherapist to deliver community-based physiotherapy to referred clients, advise caregivers, and teach clients and staff about rehabilitation. The role reports to the Manager or designate in Home & Community Care and requires daily travel. Candidates need a BC physiotherapy licence and at least two years of post-graduate experience.
Responsibilities:
- Provide community-based physiotherapy services to referred clients
- Provide consultation for caregivers
- Educate clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions
- Continuously improve quality and safety
Requirements summary:
- Physiotherapy degree from a recognized university program
- Current licensure with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
- Eligible for CPA membership
- Minimum two years post-graduate physiotherapy experience
- Valid BC driver's licence, daily travel required
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: frequent |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Physiotherapy |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,246 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate, Home & Community Care (HCC), this position provides community based physiotherapy services to referred clients; provides consultation for caregivers; and educates clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation interventions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
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). Minimum of two (2) years' post graduate experience in physiotherapy. Community experience preferred. Valid BC Driver's License - daily travel required.
Skills And Abilities
- Excellent communication, speaking and organizational skills.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
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