Title: Physiotherapist
Division: Rehabilitation Services

Site: Moose Factory
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.

Who We Are

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA)is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast. WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee. WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Peawanuck. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It is affiliated with Queens University and offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team members.

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

What We Offer
Defined contribution pension plan (HOOPP) and health and welfare benefits
Subsidized housing provided
Retention and travel benefits
Working for an organization currently undergoing development and transformation

Join our Team

The successful candidate must provide a valid Vulnerable Section Screen Check within a specified time frame.

Please apply in writing, with three recent professional references, quoting Competition to:

Human Resources

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority

P.O. Box 664

Moose Factory, ON P0L 1W0
Resumes can be emailed to or faxed to
For more information contact the HR team by email above
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
This position will remain open until filled
Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada

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: $41.20-$60.98 per hour

Additional pay:
Retention bonus
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