Physiotherapist

Comox, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 21, 2026
1 position

$65–$75 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 7+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Assess and treat orthopedic and neuro-musculoskeletal conditions, deliver evidence-based rehabilitation, prescribe exercises, and provide manual therapy, pain management, ergonomics education, and orthotics services. Document patient care and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on clinical rounds, care planning, and rehabilitation programs.

Job details

About Calian At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government. We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team. Job Type: Full Time Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members. Position Overview Calian is seeking a Physiotherapist for the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre (Comox) to provide comprehensive consultation, assessment, and treatment in both the physiotherapy section, by booked appointment and walk-ins, and the Care Delivery Unit (CDU) via sick parade and/or consultation, as part of the collaborative practice model. They can benefit by treating clients who are generally very fit and motivated towards their recovery. Responsibilities Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation interventions using evidence-based approaches and best practices in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and scope of practice Carry a full orthopedic caseload of 12-15 patients per day (on average 8-10 new assessments per week), and typically 2 follow-up patients per hour Provide assessment and treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions resulting mainly from sports and training injuries as well as work injuries and accidents Obtain and document informed patient consent for assessment and treatment through an accurate explanation and instruction Provide screening assessments, education and orthoses recommendations in a direct access setting such as CDU walk- ins Prescribe exercises to optimally rehabilitate and prevent injuries and promote fitness Provide manual therapy and soft tissue techniques for neuro- musculoskeletal conditions, scar tissue, muscle tension, circulatory disorders and lymphatic problems Utilize pain management techniques that may include acupuncture (needling below the dermis); Provide ergonomics education including the provision of on-site assessments in the patient’s workplace Provide physiotherapy related education to patients and members of the health care team in topics such as injury prevention and health promotion issues Perform Biomechanical Foot Assessments including orthotics fitting and fabrication Contribute to the design, preparation and provision of programs integral to the operation of the physiotherapy clinic as a member of the healthcare team for the purpose of education and rehabilitation such as programs specializing in proprioceptive rehabilitation, reintegration, or back pain self-management Participate in ongoing management of patient care by presenting cases during inter-disciplinary meetings, attending clinical rounds, conducting patient conferences, and in scheduling additional follow-up care Perform daily clinical documentation for all patient interactions in accordance with CF and provincial regulatory body clinical documentation and record keeping requirements Qualifications Current license in good standing from province of British Columbia Minimum of 7 years of experience working in orthopaedics or sports medicine; and either a Diploma of Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative therapy; or a Diploma of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (McKenzie) Additional Requirements Must be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level Hourly salary of $65.00 to $75.00 per hour AI Usage Disclosure At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team. Security clearances A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position. Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirement and process. Perks and benefits Patient-focused approach to treatment with emphasis on evidence-based rehab and active treatment techniques Weekday hours, 7:30am – 4pm - no evenings or weekends Focus on treatment, no billing/marketing responsibilities Unlimited access to resources for your patients Spacious treatment areas Motivated patient population Collaborative multidisciplinary team In-house and on-base facilities provide extensive access to exercise programing, gym facilities with an array of fitness equipment, custom bracing/orthotics and a variety of specialized military equipment Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions Related Careers Physiotherapist Comox, BC Full Time Health Health Services 2026-09-25 Physiotherapist Comox, BC Full Time Health Health Services 2026-10-19

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Requirements

Applicants must hold a current physiotherapy license in good standing in British Columbia and have at least seven years of orthopedic or sports medicine experience. They must also have either an advanced orthopedic manual and manipulative therapy diploma or a McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy diploma, and be able to obtain Reliability-level government security clearance.