Job description:

Physiotherapist- Laurel Place

Pro Vita is looking for Physiotherapist with a passion for the elderly to join our team to support our residents in Long Term Care in Surrey. 

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Physiotherapist Must Haves: 

• A degree in physiotherapist and a period of supervised practical training are required.
• Holds a registration with a regulatory body as required in British Columbia.
• Negative TB Test in last six months.
• Satisfactory proof of COVID-19 vaccinations. 
• Passes and complies with Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check upon hire and every 5 years thereafter.
• Communicates effectively in English, both verbal and written. 

Physiotherapist Nice to Haves: 

• 2 years experience in a physiotherapy capacity. 
• Gerontological/ Senior's care environment experience preferred. 
• Maintains First Aide and CPR "A" certification.

Physiotherapist Responsibilities:

• Assess the physical capabilities of clients through evaluative procedures, such as functional ability tests, and formulate a physiotherapy diagnosis. Collaborate with patients to establish treatment goals based on the diagnoses.
• Create and execute comprehensive physiotherapy treatment plans, incorporating therapeutic exercises, manipulations, massage, education, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, and other relevant modalities.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness of treatment plans and make adjustments as needed.
• Offer guidance on exercises and strategies for residents to implement, facilitating the enhancement or maintenance of treatment outcomes. 
• Maintain open communication with referring physicians and other healthcare professionals to discuss clients' issues, needs, and progress.
• Keep accurate clinical and statistical records and engage in discussions with other healthcare professionals.
• Design and implement health promotion programs for residents.
• Provide consulting or education services as required to meet the specific needs of the individuals involved.

If you are a kind, caring individual who enjoys connecting with and making a difference in the lives of elders – Apply Today!

*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, February 2023.