Physiotherapist, Practice Support Jobs in Victoria, BC
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Victoria, BC
About the role
Job Description:
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager and designate and in collaboration with the regional Coordinators, Therapy Services, is accountable for the establishment and implementation of practice standards for inpatient and outpatient Physiotherapists through the assessment, development and provision of clinical and educational strategies that support and improve patient care across Island Health. Provides regional and individualized clinical practice support while utilizing a systems approach to promote a coaching and mentorship culture to advance care physiotherapy practice within Island Health.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
- Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy.
- Current practicing full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia (CPTBC).
- Three years recent relevant experience including creating educational materials, implementing education strategies, utilizing knowledge translation abilities, and experience supervising students.
- Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Physiotherapists (CPA).
- Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
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Utilizes an evidence-based approach to practice support and learning strategies.
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Utilizes a team approach that includes use of a consultative approach, collaboration, patient/customer focus, goal orientated, and interdisciplinary approach and based on clear, effective relationships.
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Utilizes excellent communication skills including: active listening, effective written skills, conflict management skills, advanced computer skills and use of electronic resources.
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Utilizes change agent skills at all levels of practice.
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Utilizes formal and informal facilitation techniques with staff to achieve goals of position.
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Embraces and demonstrates a quality improvement approach to role.
Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD5250.pdf
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About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.