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Physiotherapist

The Newly Institute
Kelowna, CAN
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago

Full Job Posting

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Reporting to the Manager of Clinical Services, you’ll conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans that align with The Newly’s treatment model. You will primarily be supporting clients with chronic pain through our Intensive Outpatient and Worksafe Programs. You may also have the opportunity to participate in other programs as they become established. You’ll work in close collaboration with our multidisciplinary team of clinicians to set clients up for success in their future and facilitating enhanced engagement in daily their functioning. You’ll enjoy a fast-paced environment while sharing our core values of communication, community, excellence, health, and innovation.
  • Accountabilities
  • Perform clinical assessments and provide a clinical diagnosis.
  • Set appropriate goals with clients, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide corresponding treatment and interventions.
  • Complete ongoing re-evaluation of client status as clinically indicated. Complete and interpret outcome measures.
  • Provide Return to Work recommendations for funded clients.
  • Work with kinesiologist to develop exercise programs.
  • Participate in weekly case consultations with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Collaborate with mental health clinicians to provide care in a bio-psycho-social-spiritual model.
  • Communicate with external stakeholders and client referral sources as needed.
  • Assist with treatment program planning and design as indicated.
  • Ensure same-day completion of all session notes.
  • Complete initial, progress, or discharge reports for clients within funded programs. Provide input in discharge summaries for those in other programs.
  • Schedule own clients in EMR and monitor them to ensure accuracy.
  • Other responsibilities related to the role and scope of work may be assigned.

Experience

  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with mental health clients in an interdisciplinary setting, specifically with WorkSafe or other third-party funders is preferred.
  • Experience working with chronic pain clients is a significant asset.
  • Experience working with First Responder clients is a significant asset.
  • Education
  • A Master’s degree in Physiotherapy is required.
  • Post-secondary education on a mental health related field is an asset.
  • Professional Registration/Designation
  • An active registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia is required.
  • Professional liability insurance is required.
  • Technical Competences
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams is required.
  • Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is also required.
  • Background Check
  • Offers are conditional, subject to employment reference checks and a clear police background check, inclusive of vulnerable sector search.
  • DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
  • We actively protect our diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where we are empowered to show up as their authentic selves. We welcome applicants of all races, places of origin, ancestries, religious beliefs, genders/gender identities/gender expressions, sexual orientations, ages, sources of income, family status, and physical and mental disabilities. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified candidates are considered, and decisions are merit-based.
  • ACCESSIBILITY
  • The Newly Institute welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities or those seeking accommodation based on any other protected ground. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please email [email protected].
  • APPLICATION CLOSING
  • The posting will remain open until the role is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Preferred Qualifications

  • A minimum of two (2) years of experience working with mental health clients in an interdisciplinary setting, specifically with WorkSafe or other third-party funders is preferred.

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