Physiotherapist

• Day-to-day administrative duties involved in the operation of the programs;
• Responsible for any other duties that may be involved in the operational or clinical aspects of the programs;
• Responsible for relevant data collection on client intake and discharge;
• Participates in company committees (i.e. Health and Safety);
• Participates in special projects as they arise;
• Participates in clinician meetings and special projects as necessary;
• Maintains knowledge through participation in professional development and research activities as outlined in performance reviews;
May be required to assist at other clinics to manage referral fluctuations or vacation coverage.

• Develops, progresses and monitors individualized injury-specific and general exercise programs as part of the active physical therapy program. General area of focus includes vestibular, balance, strength/conditioning, pain/symptom management, and musculoskeletal interventions.

• Reviews medical file(s);
• Conducts an interview to obtain information regarding the client’s current physical status and past medical history as well as screen for safe participation in an active rehabilitation program;
• A physical assessment, including Vestibular and neurological assessment, is performed to determine the client’s current level of functioning as well as to ascertain any physical barriers that need to be addressed in order to ensure a safe and timely return to work. This is done both at the start of the program, as well as throughout the program in order for physical progress to be monitored;
• Develops individualized treatment plans, including injury-specific and general exercise programs will be designed, monitored and progressed for the clients;
• Maintains clinical charts/files and write timely formal reports;
• Provides clients with education and if relevant, treatment, aimed at pain/symptom management strategies;
• Liaises with Family Physicians, community therapists, referral sources, and other stakeholders as necessary;

• Provides input regarding physical status and gradual return to work which may include recommended length/hours and appropriate progression of physical duties;
• May provide telephone or in-person support during a graduated return to work plans.

• Provides individualized education on concussion recovery, pacing, pain/symptom management, sleep hygiene, brain injury, balance and dizziness, headache management, soft tissue healing, physical therapy treatment and management and anatomy;

• Intake, Progress, and Discharge Reports;

• 12 months of experience as a Physiotherapist, related to the treatment of concussion and vestibular disorders within the last three years
• Course work in concussion management
• Interest in vocational rehabilitation and concussion
• Previous experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, preferably in the field of vocational rehabilitation is an asset
• Understanding of the bio-psychosocial approach, vestibular rehabilitation, and neurological assessment and intervention.
• Minimum Bachelors or Masters degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent.
• Registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia