Physiotherapist - Acute Surgery

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $45.15/Hr. - CAD $56.17/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Physiotherapist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) as part of Vancouver General Hospital's Acute Surgery team. Apply today to speak to a Talent Acquisition Advisor!

Within the context of a patient/client and family‑centred framework and continuum‑based care model and in accordance with established standards of professional practice and the vision, values and policies of the organization, provides physiotherapy services to enable clients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs assessments on client’s physical status, functional abilities and needs and goals, establishes a physiotherapy diagnosis and prognosis, develops and implements an intervention strategy, evaluates the effectiveness of the intervention, and communicates with the client/family and health care team members. Contributes to the organization and delivery of physiotherapy services, and participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, meetings, research, and education.

Qualifications Education & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or Rehabilitation Sciences from a recognized program.

Current full registration as a Physiotherapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).

Eligible for membership in the Physiotherapy Association of British Columbia (PABC).

Knowledge & Abilities

Broad knowledge of Physiotherapy theory and practice within a client and family centred model of care.

Broad knowledge of the CHCPBC standards of practice and guidelines for clinical practitioners.

Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.

Basic knowledge of evidence‑based clinical practice related to designated clinical area(s).

Basic knowledge of physiotherapy standardised tests and measures.

Basic knowledge of research process and methodology.

Demonstrated ability to teach and empower clients to assume control over their health.

Demonstrated ability to adjust to unexpected events, problem‑solve, set priorities and deal with conflict.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Demonstrated ability to communicate (orally and in writing) and deal effectively with clients and their families, coworkers, physicians, other health care staff, and staff of external agencies.

Demonstrated ability to provide effective consultation.

Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others in a complex health care environment.

Demonstrated ability to recognize when referral to another health care professional is required.

Demonstrated skill in Physiotherapy techniques and the use of applicable equipment and supplies.

Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized client care information system.

Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Closing Statement The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly‑funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan

Grow your career with employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities

Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families

Award‑winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers

Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity‑deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

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