The Cornwall Regional Hospital, under the Western Regional Health Authority (a Statutory Body under the Ministry of Health & Wellness) is currently seeking to employ a Deputy Manager, Physiotherapy Services.
DEPUTY MANAGER, PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES (HPC/PT 5)
CORNWALL REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Salary Scale $ 5,863,044.00 - $6,969,317.00 per annum
Under the supervision of the Manager of Physiotherapy Services, the Deputy Manager of Physiotherapy Services has the responsibility to oversee the day-to-day management of the physiotherapy services in the facility and to develop and implement programmes for the expansion of physiotherapy services within the facility.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, administers and manages Physiotherapy programme within the facility.
- Develops and implements operational plans for the service units.
- Develops and monitors clinical programmes for lower level Physiotherapists, inclusive of interns and students assigned to the facility.
- Implements quality assurance procedures; ensures adherence to quality assurance and safety standards for physiotherapy services.
- Monitors adherence to human resources policies and procedures of physiotherapy staff (attendance, punctuality, dress code and deportment).
- Prepares work schedule for physiotherapists.
- Monitors performance outputs and standards of practice.
- Conducts performance appraisals and recommends training and other development programmes for direct reports.
- Recommends/ Initiates disciplinary procedures as required.
- Develops and maintains orientation programme for newly recruited staff.
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Masters Degree in Physical Therapy/ Public Health/ Health Administration.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy or Diploma in Physical Therapy.
- Diploma/ Certificate in Administrative Management/Supervisory Management/Public Administration/Health Administration.
- Minimum five (5) years as a Physiotherapist and three (3) years in a supervisory role.
- Licensed with the Council of Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM).
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in a physical exercise environment.
- Proactive work attitude and the ability to work on own initiative.
- Knowledge and experience in programme management.
Applications along with a detailed resume should be sent no later than March 31, 2026 to:
Manager, Human Resource Management and Development
Cornwall Regional Hospital
P.O. Box 900
Mt. Salem
Montego Bay, St. James
ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED