Physiotherapist

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Physiotherapy program

Eligible for—and able to maintain—licensure as a Physiotherapist in the province of Manitoba

Eligible for—and able to maintain—membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle for travel within Prairie Mountain Health

Current Basic Life Saving (BLS) Certification (completed within the past 12 months, per PMH CPR policy)

Strong ability to work collaboratively within a team

Skilled in assessing, identifying, and treating clients of varying ages and diagnoses

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Internet applications, and general IT systems

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment

Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Ability to exercise independent judgment

Ability to respect and promote cultural diversity

Ability to respect and maintain confidentiality

Capable of performing the physical and professional duties of the position on a regular basis

Position Summary

The Physiotherapist delivers services in alignment with the Mission, Vision, Values, Strategic Priorities, and policies of Prairie Mountain Health (PMH). This role provides leadership in physiotherapy care, contributing to the assessment, planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of client care across multiple settings.

Working according to the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics established by the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba, the Physiotherapist collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary team, clients, families, and external agencies across community, acute care, personal care home, and home care environments.

Responsibilities
Clinical & Patient Care

Organize, prioritize, and manage an assigned caseload

Apply physiotherapy knowledge and skills to deliver comprehensive, individualized assessment and treatment

Partner with clients to plan, implement, and progress treatment plans while providing education and counseling to clients and families

Delegate appropriate tasks to Rehabilitation Assistants in accordance with treatment plans

Use evidence-based practices and techniques within the physiotherapy scope of practice

Document client care in a timely manner according to PMH policy and professional college guidelines

Communication & Collaboration

Communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support cohesive care

Participate in care conferences, discharge planning, and team meetings as required

Liaise with external agencies as appropriate, following relevant policies and legislation

Program Support & Professional Duties

Promote health promotion, disease prevention, and primary health care principles

Complete statistical reporting within required timelines

Work with management to ensure continuity of services and optimal caseload coverage during vacancies or absences whenever possible

Provide clinical supervision to physiotherapy students or provisional physiotherapists as per professional guidelines

Collaborate with management on the development and implementation of services, programs, and therapy initiatives

Remain current with PMH policies and procedures

Participate in performance reviews and goal-setting to support professional development

Use critical thinking to guide decisions within the scope of practice

Report pertinent information to Therapy Services Management in a timely manner

Perform after-hours or weekend duties as required

Fulfill other duties as assigned