Physiotherapist

Job Summary

The School of Physiotherapy, within the Faculty of Health, has established the Dalhousie Physiotherapy Clinic to deliver exceptional physiotherapy services to Dalhousie’s students, athletes, faculty/staff and the general public utilizing an evidence-based treatment approach, creating innovative experiential learning opportunities for our students, and incorporating research-centered clinical practice. Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Physiotherapist will deliver exceptional physiotherapy services to Dalhousie’s students, athletes, faculty/staff and the general public utilizing a client centered, evidence-informed treatment approach, while creating innovative experiential learning opportunities for our students, and incorporating research-centered clinical practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and implement individualized treatment plans for clients with injuries and issues of a sport, work-related or complex neuromusculoskeletal nature and provide ongoing evaluation of client progress.
• Communicate with appropriate referral sources and stakeholders regarding clinician services billing, return-to-work/sport, etc.).
• Act as a clinical supervisor. Apply evidence-informed practice to provide clinical supervision to students on clinical placements and co-supervise (with School faculty) students on site visits.
• Play a key role in the development and delivery of the Dalhousie Athletic Trainers Program and the education of the trainers.
• Stay current with knowledge, trends and practices that are necessary to provide appropriate scope in assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and other applicable areas within the scope of professional practice.
• Demonstrate involvement with research opportunities in the context of the Dalhousie Physiotherapy Clinic. Contribute to the promotion and programming of the Dalhousie Physiotherapy Clinic within Dalhousie and the community.

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy or Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, with registration in the Nova Scotia Physiotherapy Regulator of Physiotherapy with a Practicing License, with minimum of two years’ related experience, including the treatment of sport-related injuries, is required.
• Must be eligible for membership in the Orthopedic Division and Sport Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Assets

• Valid and current First Responders Course or equivalent.
• Experience working with Varsity Athletes, teams and coaches.
• Demonstrated interest in the AIM education system or has achieved a higher level in the Orthopedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Current licence to practise or eligible for the same in Nova Scotia

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s and competencies, in particular:

- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.