Physiotherapist, Practice Support

Close Date
Location
Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
No travel required
Shift Start Time/End Time
As Required
Days Off
As required
Vacancy Type
Casual
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$50.52 - $62.85
Paid FTE
NA
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
NA
Planned Start Date
Nov. 9 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Pending Return of Incumbent
No
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Required for Professional Registration
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager and designate and in collaboration with the regional Coordinators, Therapy Services, is accountable for the establishment and implementation of practice standards for inpatient and outpatient Physiotherapists through the assessment, development and provision of clinical and educational strategies that support and improve patient care across Island Health. Provides regional and individualized clinical practice support while utilizing a systems approach to promote a coaching and mentorship culture to advance care physiotherapy practice within Island Health.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Graduation from a recognized university program in Physiotherapy.
Current practicing full registration with the College of Physical Therapists of British Columbia (CPTBC).
Three years recent relevant experience including creating educational materials, implementing education strategies, utilizing knowledge translation abilities, and experience supervising students.
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Physiotherapists (CPA).
Valid Class 5 Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
Utilizes an evidence-based approach to practice support and learning strategies.
Utilizes a team approach that includes use of a consultative approach, collaboration, patient/customer focus, goal orientated, and interdisciplinary approach and based on clear, effective relationships.
Utilizes excellent communication skills including: active listening, effective written skills, conflict management skills, advanced computer skills and use of electronic resources.
Utilizes change agent skills at all levels of practice.
Utilizes formal and informal facilitation techniques with staff to achieve goals of position.
Embraces and demonstrates a quality improvement approach to role.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD5250.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Join our Therapy Team at RJH and embark on an exciting journey to grow your career with Island Health! You will provide practice support for our dedicated therapists and rehab assistants work across diverse settings such as the Emergency Department, critical care, orthopedics, cardiac care, lung health, medicine, complex surgery, burn care, and cancer care
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Health Science Professionals
Affiliation/Union
HSA

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