Post COVID Physiotherapist – Primary Health Care

Job title: Post COVID Physiotherapist – Primary Health Care

Job description: Req ID: 115088
Location: Central Zone, Integrated Chronic Care Services (ICCS) – Fall River
Company: NSHA
Department: PHC CZ CDW ICCS
Type of Employment: Hourly PT long-assignment (40% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: Healthcare NSGEU
Posting Closing Date: 2-Jul-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Please note: This position requires the successful incumbent to strictly adhere to Integrated Chronic Care Services (ICCS) scent-free free policy.

The Physiotherapist reports to the ICCS Health Service Manager the physiotherapist assesses, diagnoses and treats patients who present with actual or potential impairment, pain, functional limitations or disabilities. Physiotherapy assessment involves obtaining a detailed medical history, performs a functional assessment including specific and standardized tests and evaluation, procedures to determine a physiotherapy diagnosis and tolerance for physical activity & exercise. Holistic treatment programs are developed using education, personalized exercises prescription, self-management strategies, and motivational interviewing around behavior change to assist the patient in regaining and/or maintaining an optimal level of function. The ICCS physiotherapist will be working individuals who are experiencing post COVID symptoms (e.g. breathlessness, fatigue) is required to have a good understanding of, and keeps abreast of, emerging evidence with regards to treatment, physical activity and exercise counselling for this patient population. The physiotherapist educates and communicates with other health disciplines, the general public, family members and caregivers with regard to health promotion, physiotherapy treatment and patient management. The physiotherapist provides supervision and evaluation of physiotherapy students. The ICCS post COVID physiotherapist as a member of a clinical team the physiotherapist collaborated with colleagues to determine team goals and objectives, participated in the evaluation of team effectiveness, and solves problems and shares responsibilities. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy from an accredited university
• Membership with the Nova Scotia College or Physiotherapists (Provincial licensing body)
• Annual Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation certification (BCLS)
• Previous experience in an Ambulatory Care or Community Health Team setting considered an asset
• Previous experience in exercise prescription, self-management strategies, physical activity recommendations pertaining to persons living with chronic health conditions, particularly cardiorespiratory health conditions.
• Demonstrates an understanding of Social Determinants of Health
• Previous experience with navigating patients to appropriate physical activity resources an asset
• Experience in motivational interviewing and facilitating health behaviour change is an asset
• Understands Adult Education principles
• Demonstrated accountability
• Strong client focus and ability to build solid client/practitioner relationships
• Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
• Demonstrates a keen interest in evidence-informed post-COVID, collaborative care
• Demonstrated leadership abilities

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Physiotherapy practice, with an interest in program development and evaluation skills around post COVID
• Competent in delivering patient care virtually
• Demonstrated planning, organization and time management skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health
• Annual Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System training and certification (WHMIS)
• Evidence or malpractice insurance is required before the Nova Scotia College or Physiotherapists will issue a license for practice.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Successful external applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened based on above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Hours of Work

Long Assignment, Part-time (40%) position; 30 hours bi-weekly

Beginning July 9, 2021 with a duration of July 1, 2023

Dates are approximate and subject to change

Salary Information

$31.8524 – $40.2222 hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit – NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) 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. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

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