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Community Physiotherapist

@ Island Health

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Courtenay, British Columbia

Per diem2+ years experience
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Overview

Island Health is hiring a per diem Community Physiotherapist to provide physiotherapy to referred clients in the community, advise caregivers, and educate clients and the community on rehabilitation. The work is done without general supervision as part of a multidisciplinary team, and the posting requires a BC physiotherapy licence, two years of post-graduate experience and a valid BC driver's licence.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide physiotherapy services to referred community clients
  • Consult with caregivers
  • Educate clients, caregivers, staff and the community on rehabilitation
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team

Requirements summary:

  • Physiotherapy degree from a recognized university program
  • Current BC licence as a Physiotherapist
  • Two years' post-graduate physiotherapy experience
  • Community experience preferred
  • Valid BC driver's licence

Tools & skills

Computerized systems
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-07-14
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-21

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentAllied health
Experience2+ years
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingClient sites, Home, Care home
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Driver’s licencerequired, own vehicle
EducationBachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyPhysiotherapy

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Island Health

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Company size10001+
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Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Working without general supervision under the administrative direction of the Manager and as part of a multi-disciplinary health care team delivering care in the community setting, the Community Physiotherapist provides physiotherapy services to referred clients; 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). Knowledge of current Physical Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; and Two (2) years' post graduate experience in physiotherapy. Community experience preferred. Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

  • Prioritize, organize and problem-solve
  • Observe and assess clients/patients
  • Demonstrate sound judgement, tact and empathy
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Deal with others effectively
  • Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Foster good public relations
  • Physically and emotionally able to perform the duties of the position
  • Operate related equipment, including computerized systems
  • Type
  • Use personal vehicle

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1786.pdf

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