Physiotherapist

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Part time Physiotherapist to join our Ryan Hall team based in Bridgewater Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Pension Plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel fitness and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Supervises trains and evaluates the physiotherapy/occupational therapy assistant as necessary including work assignments disciplinary procedures and performance evaluation;
• Assesses clients with physiotherapy related concerns such as decreased mobility transfer concerns range of motion strength balance pain control;
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical records observation or referral; confers with interdisciplinary staff in regard to an overall treatment plan for clients;
• Provides treatment services for clients using physiotherapy techniques or modalities such as hydrocollator wax bath TENs etc.;
• Evaluates the progress of clients in relation to physiotherapy treatment provided through use of tests and observation; confers with nursing staff and physicians in regard to effectiveness of treatment;
• Instructs clients in the care and use of wheel chairs braces canes and prosthetic devices;
• Maintains an inventory of physiotherapy equipment and supplies;
• Prepares progress reports funding requests and statistical reports relating to physiotherapy treatment program and client needs and maintains treatment records as required;
• Trains staff on back care lifts and transfers and other relevant topics;
• Ensures client safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures safe work practices and training provided;

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

• Master of Science in Physiotherapy;
• Current registration with the provincial College of Physiotherapists;
• Minimum of two years clinical experience; previous experience in rehabilitation and geriatrics preferred;
• Previous supervisory experience
• Previous experience working in long-term care
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care.

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder Joseph Shannon purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney Cape Breton. For more than three decades Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations services and care in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences Shannex Enhanced Care Faubourg du Mascaret Parkat Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.