Physiotherapist

Job Description

Join the Southern Health-Santé Sud team as a Physiotherapist. Our organization provides care for people at every point in their lives, partnering with communities to offer safe, accessible, and sustainable people-centered health care.

The Physiotherapist will operate with a high degree of independence as a member of a multidisciplinary regional rehabilitation team. The incumbent will participate in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of rehabilitation services, using a client-centered, goal-oriented approach for children and/or adult populations.

Position Overview

The Physiotherapist may also provide clinical supervision and training for students and provisional members and participates in the education of other health care professionals. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision, and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Education and Certification

• Masters or Baccalaureate Degree in Physiotherapy (BMR - PT) or equivalent entry-level requirement in Physiotherapy.
• Active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba (CPM).
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA).

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Outlook/Email.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with management and staff within the region as well as appropriate outside vendors and agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats, and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle, and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Southern Health-Santé Sud is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

We offer a competitive salary of $39.90 - $46.25 and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is committed to providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply.