Physical Therapist Degree

Position #: 101165

Expected Start Date: To be determined; posted until filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Cypress Regional Hospital

City/Town: Swift Current

Department: Physiotherapy

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physical Therapist - Degree $40.187 to $49.255

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Physical Therapist provides assessment and treatment of patients and clients of all ages with cognitive and/or physical impairments in the clients home and/or the clinic setting as per therapy protocols and best practice guidelines. The successful candidate must possess well-developed interpersonal skills, have the ability to take initiative and work independently with a positive and supportive attitude in a team environment. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Licenses

• Registered Physical Therapist (PT)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Competencies

• Advanced - Verbal communication skills
• Advanced - Writing skills
• Intermediate - Orthopedic skills
• Intermediate - Respiratory skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to recognize and maintain confidential information
• Ability to prioritize work
• Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Other Information

• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria
• For more information on the city of Swift Current please visit http://www.swiftcurrent.ca/
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Physical Therapists (SCPT)