Physiotherapist - Medical Rehabilitation Services - Regular Full-Time
Top Benefits
About the role
Permanent Full-Time Position - (1.0 FTE)
This position is at the L09 level with an hourly pay range of $45.62 - $60.93
(PIPSC Bargaining Unit)
Under the direction of the Manager, Therapy Services, the Physiotherapist (PT) plans, organizes, directs, and delivers physiotherapy services for the assigned clinical area to the clients/patients and staff of the Yukon Hospital Corporation facilities. Provides PT services in order to enable clients/patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs assessments of the client’s physical status, functional ability 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. The PT trains, mentors, and supports YHC staff in all facilities, supervises and directs support personnel, acts as clinical preceptor for Physiotherapy students, fulfills the Total Joint Navigator role, and participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, program development and general departmental administration.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
- Knowledge of physiotherapy philosophy and principles and the rehabilitation process;
- Knowledge and ability in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions treated by physiotherapists;
- Knowledge of hospital routines and procedures;
- Ability to work independently, as well as within an interdisciplinary team;
- Ability to develop a plan and follow through with therapy;
- Ability to supervise and train support staff and physiotherapy students;
- Ability to educate clients, peers and other health care professionals or community groups individually or in groups;
- Ability to promote client independence and self-esteem;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with clients, families, staff and multidisciplinary team members;
- Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities;
- Demonstrated ongoing participation in continuing education activities ;
- Excellent problem-solving skills, as well as organizational and time management skills;
- Cross-cultural awareness
The successful candidate is required to have a Masters/Baccalaureate degree in Physiotherapy; be currently registered or eligible for registration with Yukon Community Services (Physiotherapy Registrar); eligible for registration with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and have current C.P.R Level “C” certification. Candidates who possess clinical experience in a general setting will be given preference. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
Incentives:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Relocation Allowance
- On-site Gym
- Free Parking
Closing Date: August 29, 2025
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.
Physiotherapist - Medical Rehabilitation Services - Regular Full-Time
Top Benefits
About the role
Permanent Full-Time Position - (1.0 FTE)
This position is at the L09 level with an hourly pay range of $45.62 - $60.93
(PIPSC Bargaining Unit)
Under the direction of the Manager, Therapy Services, the Physiotherapist (PT) plans, organizes, directs, and delivers physiotherapy services for the assigned clinical area to the clients/patients and staff of the Yukon Hospital Corporation facilities. Provides PT services in order to enable clients/patients to achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes, by working independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Performs assessments of the client’s physical status, functional ability 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. The PT trains, mentors, and supports YHC staff in all facilities, supervises and directs support personnel, acts as clinical preceptor for Physiotherapy students, fulfills the Total Joint Navigator role, and participates in departmental/program quality assurance initiatives, program development and general departmental administration.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required:
- Knowledge of physiotherapy philosophy and principles and the rehabilitation process;
- Knowledge and ability in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of conditions treated by physiotherapists;
- Knowledge of hospital routines and procedures;
- Ability to work independently, as well as within an interdisciplinary team;
- Ability to develop a plan and follow through with therapy;
- Ability to supervise and train support staff and physiotherapy students;
- Ability to educate clients, peers and other health care professionals or community groups individually or in groups;
- Ability to promote client independence and self-esteem;
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team;
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with clients, families, staff and multidisciplinary team members;
- Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities;
- Demonstrated ongoing participation in continuing education activities ;
- Excellent problem-solving skills, as well as organizational and time management skills;
- Cross-cultural awareness
The successful candidate is required to have a Masters/Baccalaureate degree in Physiotherapy; be currently registered or eligible for registration with Yukon Community Services (Physiotherapy Registrar); eligible for registration with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and have current C.P.R Level “C” certification. Candidates who possess clinical experience in a general setting will be given preference. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
Incentives:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Relocation Allowance
- On-site Gym
- Free Parking
Closing Date: August 29, 2025
About Yukon Hospital Corporation
We are a family of acute care hospitals focused on delivering safe and excellent care to all Yukoners, closer to home, at our facilities in Whitehorse, Dawson City and Watson Lake. Our comprehensive health services set a high standard of care in our territory and are models of care both nationally and internationally. Our community of more than 500 health care providers, professionals and medical staff are passionate about and strive to provide the best care every time.
Whitehorse General Hospital is Yukon's primary acute care centre, providing a full range of care, including 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care, surgical services, cancer care, visiting specialists clinics, therapy and lab services, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
Dawson City Community Hospital and Watson Lake Community Hospital allow many Yukoners to receive care closer to home through access to 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and ambulatory care as well as many lab and diagnostic imaging services.