The West Nipissing General Hospital was built in 1977 and boasts a clean, modern facility, with over 100 beds in operation at any given time. The Hospital operates a 24/7 Emergency Department serviced by General Practitioners, visiting Surgeons, Anesthetists, and Internists.

The West Nipissing General Hospital hosts regular cardiology, urology, nephrology, otolaryngology, endoscopy, surgical lumps & bumps and psychiatry clinics and consultation visits by specialists. There exists an excellent referral relationship between West Nipissing General Hospital and the Regional Health Centre in North Bay and Health Sciences North in Sudbury. The West Nipissing General Hospital is the sponsoring agency for a community Mental Health and Addictions Program. The program is located on-site with 2 visiting bilingual psychiatrists. Chapel services, volunteers, and a tuck shop assist in providing quality care and meeting the needs of the community.

The West Nipissing General Hospital collaborates with the Ontario Telemedicine Network to provide consultations and follow-up visits with specialists. In addition, Ontario Telemedicine Network hosts numerous education events for both staff members and physicians. The West Nipissing General Hospital offers a satellite Oncology program through the Regional Cancer Program of Northeastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre. Chemotherapy services are provided to the residents of West Nipissing

As a valued member of the allied health team at WNGH, the Physiotherapist will provide specialized hands-on clinical skills to assess, diagnose and treat symptoms of illness, injury or disability.  Working in accordance with current hospital policies and procedures, the Physiotherapist will play a significant role in the treatment of injury and disease.

Status: PERMANENT, FULL-TIME

Department: DIAGNOSTIC & THERAPEUTIC SERVICES

Shift: Monday to Friday day shifts (hours are subject to change)                    

Language: Bilingualism (French & English) an asset      

Salary: $34.18 - $47.38 as per OPSEU Collective Agreement

• Registered Physiotherapist (Bsc. PT)
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Related experience an asset
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Demonstrated commitment to the health and safety of patients, fellow workers, volunteers, students and visitors
• Up to date immunizations required