14 Oct 2015

Full-Time Physiotherapist – Head Injury Program

Bay of Plenty District Health Board – Posted by EditorVancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description

Physiotherapist – Head Injury Program

About LifeMark Health Centre

LifeMark Health Centre provides physiotherapy, registered massage therapy, naturopathy, vestibular therapy, exercise therapy, chiropractic treatments, occupational therapy, clinical counselling and acupuncture and holistic nutrition services in downtown Vancouver. Our team members include physicians, psychologists, clinical counsellors, occupational therapist, physiotherapists, pharmacological consultants, neuropsychologists, psychometrist, kinesiologists and vestibular therapists.

Over 50 staff members practice at LifeMark Health Centre Vancouver. The 16,000 square foot clinic houses an outpatient clinic offering a holistic array of services. The clinic also has expertise in treating clients with concussion and other acquired brain injuries, complex orthopedic injuries and chronic and persistent pain. Clinicians who work with these populations are experts in their respective fields and knowledgeable in addressing the unique and complicated challenges that can exist. The intricacies of these conditions often require multidisciplinary teams that engage clients from a holistic perspective.

Our clinic is located in Downtown Vancouver, one block from Rogers Arena and across the street from International Village and Tinseltown Theatre. It sits on the second floor directly on top of T&T Supermarket. The clinic is steps away from Stadium Skytrain Station and 1 block from major bus stops. Parking is offered on the street or in one of 3 lots. 2 hours of free parking is available.

Mentorship programs, professional development opportunities, flexible compensation and professional autonomy are hallmarks of the Centric Health experience. If you are eager to develop professionally while playing an integral role in our interdisciplinary team then we are looking for you. Our clinic is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver just steps from the Skytrain.

Our Story
A little over five years ago we started Centric Health with the belief that we could positively change the way healthcare is delivered to Canadians, and today we are Canada’s largest integrated healthcare provider and growing.

At Centric Health we offer innovative health and wellness solutions. Our unique brand of care includes Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Assessments, Specialty Pharmacy, Surgical & Medical Centres. Centric Health has 2,800 dedicated healthcare professionals, consultants and support staff in 600 locations across the country.

We provide healthcare services nationally and operate over 150 clinics, 7 surgical centers, service over 20,000 patients in care facilities, and fill over 700,000 prescriptions per month and own 1 of only 3 fully accredited private hospitals in Ontario. We have successfully grown through acquisition but there’s more work to do.

We are aligned, have a clear vision of where we are going and have amazing opportunities for people who are pioneers, want to make a difference and deliver great experiences!

At Centric Health, we understand the importance of nurturing top talent to ensure our continued growth and success. Experience the excitement and opportunity of a fast-paced, rapidly expanding organization while enjoying the stability, strength and resources of a national publicly traded company.

Our Culture
“It’s our people that make the difference!” David Cutler – Centric Health CEO
At Centric Health we have a down to earth, open door, low ego culture. One where our employees’ ideas are valued and where you are empowered to make a difference. There is transparency, trust and a sense of team and camaraderie; it is a results driven, dynamic, self-managed, fast-paced environment.

Ours is a culture of innovation and entrepreneurialism with a highly engaged team of top industry experts and professionals; we are fanatical about healthcare and patient outcomes.

We aspire to be a company known worldwide for our culture! We know this won’t happen overnight, it is an organic evolution; a focus and a priority for us each and every day.

The Individual 

We are seeking a full time physiotherapist to join our multidisciplinary Head Injury Team  to provide a comprehensive individualized evaluation of the cognitive, physical, interpersonal, and vocational functioning of an Injured Worker.

Are you passionate about providing early intervention consisting of assessment services for brain injured patients with a goal of improved return to work rates

This is the place for you!

Successful candidates will have a …

  • Bachelors or Masters prepared in Physiotherapy
  • Registration with College of Physiotherapists of B.C.
  • Have two years minimum experience working with patients who have concussions or mild brain injuries; or worked with clients that may have work related injuries or other traumatic injuries (mandatory)
  • Strong leadership skills or experienced as a Senior PT

The Role
• Performing clinical assessments, setting goals and providing treatment plans for clients
• Initiating appropriate treatment intervention based on clinical assessment
• Directing treatment of patients with chronic pain
• Providing ongoing evaluation of client progress
• Administering and collecting outcome measurement information
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives
• Communicating to appropriate referral sources and stakeholders 

Centric Health offers competitive salaries, benefits, and plenty of perks that include the following:

• Medical & Dental Insurance; Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral bonus program

We thank all interested applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

 

Physiotherapist – Head Injury Program

How to Apply

Send your CV Resume/Application to apply@physiotherapistjobs.com

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