Physiotherapist

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Physiotherapist

Waterville, Nova Scotia

For 130 years, Michelin has innovated to enhance the mobility of people and goods. Today, we are setting the benchmark across every tire and travel-related services market, while leading a global strategy to drive sustainable, profitable growth.

Michelin North America (Canada) Inc., which employs 3,600 people and operates three tire manufacturing facilities in Nova Scotia seeking a dedicated and skilled Physiotherapist to join our team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Waterville, NS.

The Physiotherapist will lead and manage progress in the plant related to injury prevention.  This role requires a proactive approach to injury prevention and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and health. Join us in supporting the physical health of our valued team members.

Responsibilities:

This position requires the successful candidate to ensure safety and health through injury prevention.  Job responsibilities include:

• Assess musculoskeletal injuries for work-related incidents and consult as needed for non-work related injuries;
• Monitor injury trends and recommend actions to reduce risk;
• Complete shop floor assessments;
• Provide recommendations for accommodations;
• Employee education;
• Meeting with patients to assess what their physical challenges are and deciding on suitable treatment programs;
• Monitoring the progress of patients and adjust or change treatments as needed;
• Collaborating closely with other healthcare professionals, such as Occupational Therapists and General Practitioners and refer patients as needed;
• Updating and maintaining accurate patient case notes and reports;
• Staying up to date regarding new physiotherapy technologies and techniques;
• Working with other on-site medical staff;
• Initiating and participating in evidence-based projects to improve the quality of patient care;
• Provide input on projects related to ergonomic improvements, and;
• Aligning with government physiotherapy regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy or acceptable equivalent from a recognized school of Physiotherapy
• Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapy and eligibility for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Assets: 

• Previous experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment, and;
• 1-2 years clinical experience.

The successful candidate will also demonstrate the following:

• excellent interpersonal and leadership skills to develop positive relationships with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams and customers;
• strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and resolve issues, and;
• superior organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

How to apply:

Candidates should clearly indicate how they meet the requirements listed above in their applications. We ask you to merge your covering letter and resume into one Word or PDF document. Applications should be submitted on or before October 27, 2024.

Candidates selected to participate in the first round of interviews will be contacted via e-mail. All other candidates will be notified when the hiring process is complete.

Your Career with Michelin: We Manufacture the FUTURE

Michelin firmly believes that business performance and the professional success of our employees go hand in hand. Our approach to career development reaffirms the values that guide us every day and expresses the mutual commitments that the Group has undertaken to ensure everyone is able to find fulfillment in their role. Performance and potential are assessed with a view to the long-term and training policies allow each employee to continue to grow throughout their career, while helping to drive the Group's development.

Michelin North America (Canada) Inc. offers competitive compensation and benefits, comprehensive training programs, opportunities for advancement and a workplace that values and demonstrates its dedication to diversity.

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