Clinical Physiotherapist II-FCT

Zone: Labrador Grenfell Zone

Location: LWHC – Labrador City – Labrador West Health Cen

Clinical Physiotherapist II-FCT

Labrador Grenfell Zone – PHC- CCT- Lab West

Temporary Full-time

NAPE HP

56640RP1

Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly (8 Hours; Days, Evenings, Weekends)

Salary:

CGHP43 (CAD46.39 – CAD57.26 per hour plus the applicable Labrador Allowance)

The following incentives may be applicable:

1. Signing bonus up to $16,000

2. Student Bursary up to $10,000

3. Relocation Assistance

For more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@nlhealthservices.ca

*Subject to Government of Newfoundland and Labrador approval annually

This position may be eligible for consideration in the Rural Student Loan Forgiveness Program.

For more information please visit Canada Student Loan Forgiveness – Canada.ca

Competition Number: VAC0017693

Posted Date: 2025-10-22

Closing Date: Open until filled.

The Physiotherapist II (PT II) will work in an inter-professional collaborative team environment, to provide person and family-centered care

that is evidence-based, comprehensive and compassionate, with a focus on improving access, optimal health outcomes and quality of life.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from an approved recognized school of physiotherapy with a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy
• Current registration & licensed (or eligible for licensure) with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Physiotherapists

  (NLCP) is required

• A minimum of three years’ experience within the last five working as a Clinical Physiotherapist with an adult outpatient population

  is preferred.

• Current BLS certification or willingness to complete on hire
• Demonstrated progressive leadership, organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated strong collaboration skills and the ability to create and maintain successful working relationships.
• Ability to self-direct and work independently and collaborate with team members
• A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Drivers license, the ability to travel and use of a private vehicle is required.

  Additional Qualifications/ Assets:

• Completion of a post entry education courses Orthopedic Level II – Upper and Lower Quadrant treatment an asset
• Proficiency with TELUS Med Access EMR, Meditech , CRMS, and Microsoft Office tools
• Previous experience in adult education
• Knowledge in change leadership and quality improvement methodologies
• Experience in a collaborative team model
• Experience working in and understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities of rural health care services delivery
• Understands systemic racism and applies concepts of cultural safety in engaging with First Nations, Inuit and

  Metis communities

The Physiotherapist II is a leadership role responsible for coordination of clinical client care as well as assisting clients and their families to

navigate family care teams and community services. The Physiotherapist II will practice to their full scope in order to meet client needs;

participate in direct care of clients and provide clinical leadership, including:

• Utilizing a collaborative, shared-care approach, works in partnership with clients, families, caregivers, team members and

  community partners, to support individuals and communities to achieve optimal health, wellness, functional independence and

  physical performance.

• Providing direct client care including comprehensive assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic services; planning, implementation

  and evaluation of treatment plans, incorporating the Determinants of Health.

• Health promotion and education for individuals, families, caregivers, collaborative teams community groups, external agencies

  with a focus on promoting physical activity and therapeutic exercise,; prevention of injury and functional decline; fostering self-

  management for acute and chronic conditions, activity limitations and participation restrictions.

• Facilitation of group sessions to promote wellness, support chronic disease prevention and management and improve quality of

  life.

• Facilitation of integrated virtual care options to increase access for individual and group sessions.
• Acting as a liaison with community wellness groups and initiatives to assist in program planning, development, implementation

  and support.

• Providing professional and clinical leadership, education, mentorship and support to the inter-professional collaborative team,

  physiotherapy support staff, and students/learners.

• Recognizing cultural diversity and practicing culturally safe care.
• Practicing age-friendly care in a collaborative care team setting.
• Work closely with the manager and other team members to:
• Assist in program development,
• Achieve client, community and clinician engagement
• Improve care coordination among team members across the continuum of care, from hospital to community to home, ensuring

  coordinated, seamless transitions of care and timely access to improve health outcomes and optimize quality of life.

• Participate in evaluation and continuous quality improvement processes based upon current evidence-based practices.
• Use assessment to assist patients to navigate care pathways by communicating with the team and advocating for the client.
• Engage in continuous education relevant to the position and provide guidance and support to Rehabilitation Assistants, students

  and other health professionals in the team.

• The PT II position offers an excellent opportunity to apply advanced clinical, theoretical and decision-making skills through

  comprehensive clinical knowledge and an interdisciplinary collaborative team approach to primary health care.