Posted 12 months ago
Physiotherapist | Urgent Primary Care and Learning Centre
@ Interior Health Authority
Kamloops, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a permanent part-time (0.50 FTE) Physiotherapist at the Kamloops South Shore Urgent Primary Care and Learning Centre. The role provides early assessment, treatment and self-management planning for urgent musculoskeletal concerns within an interdisciplinary primary care team. Weekend shifts run 08:46 to 18:09, and the posting lists loan forgiveness, a recruitment incentive of up to $15,000 and relocation allowance.
Responsibilities:
- Early assessment and treatment of urgent musculoskeletal and functional concerns
- Development of individualized management plans
- Patient education and promotion of self-management
- Collaboration with family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and mental health clinicians
Requirements summary:
- Full licensure as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
- Valid B.C. driver's licence
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-11-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CHCPBC Physical Therapist licensure |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Relocation assistance, Performance bonus, Home office allowance |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,354 |
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We are hiring a permanent, part-time (0.50 FTE) Physiotherapist at the Kamloops South Shore Urgent Primary Care and Learning Centre (UPCLC).
Days of Work: Saturday and Sunday
Shift times: 08:46 to 18:09
What we offer:
We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work–life balance, and long-term stability. Locations that qualify for B.C. Student Loan Forgiveness Program and/or Canada Student Loan Forgiveness. Applicable positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or be eligible for relocation allowance.
About this position:
The Kamloops South Shore UPCLC provides team-based care for individuals requiring same-day attention for non-emergency health concerns. Conveniently located on the Royal Inland Hospital campus, the UPCLC offers access to urgent primary care services seven days a week, including statutory holidays, and serves patients who may not have a family physician or who are unable to access their regular primary care provider.
For the Physiotherapist, the UPCLC offers the opportunity to work within an innovative, interdisciplinary primary care environment focused on improving timely access to care. Physiotherapists collaborate closely with family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, social workers, and mental health and substance use clinicians to support patients presenting with a range of urgent musculoskeletal and functional concerns.
As part of the primary care team, you’ll have an important role in early assessment, treatment, patient education, and the development of individualized management plans. By providing timely intervention and promoting evidence-based self-management strategies, physiotherapists help improve patient outcomes while supporting appropriate utilization of healthcare resources.
As a Learning Centre, the UPCLC embraces a collaborative culture of education, innovation, and continuous quality improvement. This environment creates opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary learning, and participation in a model of care that supports both patient outcomes and healthcare workforce development.
About this location:
Kamloops offers an exceptional blend of career opportunity and lifestyle, with over 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, a welcoming community atmosphere, and easy access to outdoor recreation year-round. Nestled in the Thompson Valley, residents enjoy hiking, mountain biking, golf, skiing, paddling, and fishing, all within minutes of the city. The community features a lower cost of living compared to many larger BC centres, while still providing excellent amenities, shopping, dining, arts, and cultural events. Home to Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops has a vibrant and growing population that attracts young professionals, families, and retirees alike. With its stunning natural landscapes, four-season climate, and strong sense of community, Kamloops offers an outstanding quality of life and an ideal balance between work and leisure. Many healthcare professionals are drawn to the region for the opportunity to build a rewarding career while enjoying an active, outdoor-oriented lifestyle.
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.
Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Connect with us at [email protected]
Qualfications
Full licensure as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC). Valid B.C. Driver’s license required.
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