Physiotherapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224448Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: OPCZ Med/Surg Physiotherapy HIType of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 1-Sep-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Program Manager of the Medical-Surgical and Heart Health department within the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio the Physiotherapist is a member of a clinical team and collaborates with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participates in the evaluation of team effectiveness, solves problems, and shares responsibilities. The physiotherapist assesses diagnoses and treats patients in a tertiary care setting who present with actual or potential impairments, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. The physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the public, family members, and caregivers regarding health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and pain management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students, and supervision of physiotherapy assistants and aides.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Masters's degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy from an accredited university Membership with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists Current BCLS certification Thorough knowledge of Physiotherapy practice, with an interest in program development and evaluation skills Effective teaching and patient education skills Demonstrated accountability Effective promotion of patient self-management skills Strong client focus and ability to build solid client/practitioner relationships Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation Demonstrated leadership abilities Demonstrated planning, organization and time management skills Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Approximately 8 months Compensation and Benefits $38.43 - $50.99 hourlySuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in a tertiary care setting to address impairments, pain, and functional limitations. They also collaborate with clinical teams, educate patients and families, and supervise physiotherapy students and assistants.

Candidates must hold a Master's degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy and be registered with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists. Current BCLS certification and strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills are required.

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

• Time managementPreferred
• TeamworkPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred

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• Physiotherapy
• Patient assessment
• Pain management
• Clinical diagnosis
• Patient education
• Supervision
• Program development
• Evaluation skills
• Collaboration
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Organization
• Leadership
• Health promotion
• Self-management skills
• Patient Treatment
• Accountability
• Planning
• Evaluation Skills
• Program Development
• Physical Therapy
• Teaching
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Management
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Disabilities
• French Language
• Healing
• Health Promotion
• Innovation
• Medical Surgical Nursing
• Rehabilitation
• Pain Management
• Palliative Care
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Program Management
• Time Management
• Team Effectiveness

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Physical Therapist/Rehabilitation Manager
• Physical Therapist
• Physiotherapists
• Physical Therapists

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 2, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week