Posted 25 days ago
Physiotherapist
@ Island Health
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a temporary Physiotherapist to assess, treat, educate and manage patients receiving physical therapy within a multidisciplinary team on Vancouver Island. The role requires a physiotherapy degree, current BC licensure and a valid BC driver's licence, and travel between sites may be required.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, treat, educate and manage patients receiving physical therapy
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary health care team
- Continuously improve quality and safety
- Travel between service locations as assigned
Requirements summary:
- University degree in Physiotherapy
- Current BC licensure as a Physiotherapist
- Eligible for Canadian Physiotherapy Association membership
- Valid BC driver's licence
- Knowledge of current physical therapy standards and modalities
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-21
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Physiotherapy |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,254 |
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.
Under the general supervision of the Coordinator, Therapy Services, or designate, and as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Physiotherapist assesses, treats, educates and manages patients/clients receiving physical therapy services.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
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, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Prioritize, organize and problem-solve.
- Observe and assess clients/patients.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, 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.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD1622.pdfJournal
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