Urgent and Primary Care Physiotherapist

Position Summary
Joining us at Williams Lake Urgent and Primary Care Centre, you’ll play a pivotal role within a coordinated approach to health care delivery ensuring clients receive the right care by the right provider, when and where they need it.

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Orthopedic Physiotherapist to join our Williams Lake Urgent and Primary Care Centre (UPPC) team. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive, evidence-based assessments of clients’ physical status and functional abilities, identifying their needs, goals, and expectations. You will develop and implement personalized treatment plans to improve functional independence, promote health, and prevent injury or disability. Your expertise in orthopedic physiotherapy will be pivotal in delivering high-quality care and supporting clients in achieving their optimal physical performance.

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 Williams Lake UPCC | The UPCC will provide same-day care for people who need access to primary care within 12 to 24 hours, but do not require an emergency department. Conditions such as sprains, cuts, fevers and minor infections are appropriate for the UPCC. People can access the centre’s primary care via in-person, walk-in same-day appointments. The UPCC will be available to people who do not have a primary care provider, as well as people with a provider who are unable to schedule an appointment within 12 to 24 hours. Health-care providers will include family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, Indigenous patient navigators and administrative staff.

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 orthopedic physiotherapy care, we invite you to apply and join our team.

Qualfications
• Graduation from an approved program of Physical Therapy
• Full registration as a Physical Therapist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Physical Therapy.
• Demonstrated post graduate education in orthopedic manual and manipulative therapy (minimum Level III (Part A or B an asset), or an equivalent education).
• Minimum of three (3) years' recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. With a minimum of one (1) year experience in a direct access facility diagnosing acute/subacute musculoskeletal injuries.