Title: Physiotherapist

Division: Clinical Services

Affiliation: Public Service Alliance of Canada

Site: Moose Factory, ON

Reports to: Director of Clinical Resources

Status: Permanent Full-Time

The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Physiotherapist.

Life at WAHA

A beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve. With spellbinding views surrounding each site, team members bask in the tranquility of the land, juxtaposed against a bustling workplace busy addressing the complex needs of the region. Here, we work with purpose, knowing each action matters. Patients are neighbours, family, and colleagues. Each day brings a challenge- the good kind that stretches you, helps you grow, and makes you feel vital. These hurdles birth opportunities to problem solve, develop new skills, and explore new roles. Here, we step into a version of ourselves once forgotten, overshadowed by the daily grind, and rediscover a deep connection with ourselves, the land, and each other. Here, we experience work with wonder. #WeAreWAHA

What We Do

There has never been a more exciting time to be at WAHA. We are an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast with over 500 employees, physicians, and partners in care. As a health authority, you will work in a unique setting where you have the opportunity to care for patients in all phases of their life journey, in all areas of their health experience. From Primary, Acute, and Mental Health, Dental, Specialty Clinics, Population Health and the WAHA Paramedic Service, the opportunities for growth are boundless. We provide community-based programming in all six of our communities, have six paramedic bases, three hospitals, four emergency departments, one community health centre and a total of 72 beds. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare. To make this goal a reality, we have formed partnerships with other centres of excellence to remove barriers and eliminate the inequity of health services access that have long impacted the patients that we serve.

At WAHA, we are leading the way in health transformation. Come and immerse yourself in the local Cree culture, work with dedicated and passionate colleagues, and live in beautiful northern communities with amazing community members. Our mission is to provide optimum healthcare as close to home as possible. You can be part of this rewarding experience. Come and find your adventure in the north.

Who You Are

Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
Strong team work and communication skills
Motivated professional who can work with minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of practice and regulations
Travel to all coastal sites

What You”ll Do

Provide assessment, treatment, and education to all inpatient, outpatient, and regional clients
Plan, implement, and evaluate methods of treatment while modifying when necessary
Contributes to departmental operational plan while advancing the goals and objectives of the organization
Develops, establishes, and maintains standards of knowledge, skills, and competence by developing programs to promote continuing education
Comply with all regulations and professional directives as provided by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

What You Bring

Current registration with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
Masters degree in Physical Therapy
Experience working in a hospital setting is considered an asset
Demonstrated ability to manage a large/diversified workload with rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines
ADP authorizer for mobility devices (wheelchairs & walkers) – or willing to obtain
Knowledge and sensitivity of Indigenous health issues and of the geographic region
Working for an organization currently undergoing development and transformation

Why Choose Us

Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan
Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
Relocation paid by the organization
Housing provided by the organization
Annual retention bonus, a northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus (all pensionable earnings)
Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north

Salary: $93,307.50 - $138,099.00

Competition #: 2026-030

Deadline: This position will remain open till filled.

Apply directly at https://www.waha.ca/career-opportunities/

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47.85-$70.82 per hour

Benefits:

Extended health care
On-site gym
Relocation assistance

Application question(s):

Do you a degree in Physical Therapy?
Are you registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and in good standing?
Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Work Location: In person

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