Physiotherapist

Role Overview

North Bay Regional Health Centre’s Allied Rehab Services department is hiring a Physiotherapist for an on-site contract role in North Bay, Ontario. The selected person will be placed in one main clinical area, while also being expected to support other areas when needed. Regular rotations are part of the position so clinical skills stay current across services.

The core purpose of the role is to assess patients, deliver treatment, provide education, and coordinate appropriate referrals for patients and their caregivers, all with a focus on achieving patient-centred goals.

Qualifications

Applicants must be registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and hold a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy or an equivalent qualification. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate for Health Care Providers, issued within the last 12 months, is required. The role also calls for at least two years of experience in an acute care environment.

Role Expectations

• Take part in inter-professional rounds, team meetings, family conferences, and discharge planning.
• Supervise therapy assistants as needed.
• Work with outside professionals and provide mentorship or supervision to colleagues and students when appropriate.
• Bring strong interpersonal and communication abilities to daily work.
• Hold current basic CPR capability.
• Maintain a solid attendance and work record.
• Having Assistive Device Program (ADP) authorization is considered an advantage.
• Show a clear commitment to personal safety as well as the safety of coworkers, patients, volunteers, and visitors.
• Contribute to a workplace culture that prioritizes safety and helps prevent adverse health events.

Additional Information

Compensation, benefits, and all other employment terms are governed by the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement. The organization follows accessible hiring practices in line with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and candidates who need disability-related accommodation during recruitment may request it in their application.

All new hires must complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), depending on the requirements of the position. Employment is conditional on receiving a satisfactory result that meets organizational standards.

North Bay Regional Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer.

Language Consideration

Bilingualism at an advanced English/French level is an asset. Unilingual applicants are still encouraged to apply and may be considered if the French requirement has already been met or if there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French assessment will be used to verify proficiency.