Prairie Mountain Health delivers quality health services to over 164,000 people in western Manitoba. We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our health care team of over 7,000 employees. A range of services are offered by Prairie Mountain Health in the following areas: primary care, pre-hospital care, acute care, transition care, rehabilitation & therapy services, public health, mental health, home care, long term care, spiritual health, palliative care, health promotion, emergency medical services, diagnostics, and many more that fall within and support these areas.
There are 20 health centres, with 28 offering either acute or transition care, one providing orthopaedic rehabilitation, and 43 long term care facilities.
Prairie Mountain Health offers rural & urban employment opportunities. An excellent health care benefit package is available and includes; competitive wages, health and dental benefits, pension plan and a health spending account. Prairie Mountain Health supports practicum placements and ongoing educational opportunities. Recruitment & Relocation incentives are available.
Job Summary:
The Physiotherapist performs all duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, Strategic Priorities, policies and procedures of Prairie Mountain Health (PMH). The Physiotherapist provides leadership in the care of clients contributing in the assessment, planning, development, organization, implementation and evaluation of all aspects of care related to the profession of Physiotherapy in accordance with the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set out for Physiotherapists by the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba. The Physiotherapist collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, clients, families and external agencies regarding the care needs for the client in the community, facility (acute care and personal care home) and home care settings.
Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited or approved university Physiotherapy program
- Eligible for and maintains licensure to practice as a Physiotherapist in the province of Manitoba
- Eligible for and maintains membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License, and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
- Current Basic Life Saving (BLS) Certification within the past twelve (12) months as per Prairie Mountain Health Policy CPR Training
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team member
- Skilled ability in the assessment, identification and treatment of clients in varying ages and diagnosis
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology Demonstrated leadership
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritize in a changing environment
- Strong organizational, decision making and problem solving skills
- Ability to display independent judgment
- Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
- Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
- Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis