Physiotherapist

Position Summary
Joining us at Invermere and District Hospital you’ll play a critical role within a multi-disciplinary team setting and within varied healthcare settings.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physiotherapist to join our warm and welcoming team in Invermere. In this role care is focused on rehabilitation and recovery to clients in acute care and/or long-term settings who do not require specialized, intensive monitored care. Focus is on improving the functions of clients with musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions so that they may be safely discharged home.

Responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments of clients’ physical status, functional abilities, and goals, utilizing an evidence-based approach to develop and implement tailored treatment plans. Your expertise will focus on improving, maintaining, or supporting clients’ physical performance and independence. As part of a collaborative team, you will educate clients and caregivers on self-management and injury prevention, while working to achieve optimal health outcomes through ongoing evaluation and adjustment of treatment strategies. You’ll offer guidance and direction to rehabilitation assistants, ensuring that specific care needs are met and functions are transferred appropriately for optimal client outcomes. Days of work are Monday to Friday; 08:30 to 14:33 hours.

What we offer:
We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive.
• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities

About Invermere & District Hospital | A vital healthcare resource for the Columbia Valley region of B.C. Located in the scenic town of Invermere, the hospital offers emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, maternity care, rehabilitation, and palliative care to residents and seasonal visitors. The hospital serves not only the town of Invermere but also the surrounding Columbia Valley and remote areas, such as Radium Hot Springs, Edgewater, and Fairmont Hot Springs. It has a central role in ensuring residents have access to emergency care, routine medical services, and specialized care that they would otherwise have to travel long distances for.

About us | Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia (B.C.). We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in clients' lives and have the expertise to deliver high-quality physiotherapy care, we invite you to apply and join our team.

Qualfications
• Full registration as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Valid Driver’s license where required.