POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a casual Physiotherapist (PT) to work at Mackenzie Health in our Richmond Hill site and RCC site at Bathurst and Finch. The Physiotherapist ( PT) will provide patient management through all stages of assessment, treatment, consultation and follow-up services to patients. The successful candidate will be familiar working in a team environment and in delegating treatment to appropriately qualified therapy assistants.

As the successful candidate, you are a graduate of an accredited program in Physiotherapy and are a member in good standing of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. You demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a high level of initiative and adaptability to rapidly changing demands.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct Physiotherapy Initial Assessments and Treatment interventions with an ALC population awaiting their next phase of care
• Document patient care interventions and formulate goals and recommendations
• Plan and implement patient-centered, goal-directed treatment programs
• Make recommendations regarding discharge and liaise with inter-professional team members as required.
• Serve as a point of contact for weekend Therapy Assistants and provide Re-Assessment as clinically appropriate.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited program in Physiotherapy and a member in good standing of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association an asset
• 1-2 years of rehabilitation or inpatient experience preferred
• Exceptional critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Able to work collaboratively and appropriately with Therapy Assistants to provide exceptional patient care
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work co-operatively with an inter-professional team
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage workload in a fast-paced and changing environment
• Self-directed learner, able to identify and seek assistance and direction appropriately
• Excellent performance and attendance record
• Sound knowledge of community resources an asset
• This position is a casual position for both weekdays and weekends

Physiotherapist – Mackenzie Health Hospital

Bachelor’s degree
1 year to less than 2 years

• Physical Therapy/Therapist
• Private practice
• Rehabilitation centre and special health institution
• Administer evaluative tests and procedures
• Select appropriate exercises, apparatus and manipulations
• Plan physiotherapy programs
• Maintain clinical and progress reports
• Confer with other health professionals
• Assess patients’ physical abilities
• Teach and/or supervise exercises to patients
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Sports therapy

Registered physiotherapist

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and the Michener Institute of Education at UHN. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of groundbreaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

The Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, a leader in adult rehabilitation and complex continuing care, is Canada’s largest adult rehabilitation hospital. Bringing together innovative patient care, groundbreaking research and diverse education to help people overcome or recover from disabling injury, illness or age-related conditions Toronto Rehab is located at four sites: University Centre (550 University Ave.), Lyndhurst Hospital and Toronto Rehab’s Cardiac and Stroke Centre (Rumsey Road) and the Bickle Centre (Dunn Ave).. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.

POSITION:

The Physiotherapist (PT) is an integral member of the Physiotherapy service, Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided. Through the provision of patient and non-patient care activities, the PT enhances the quality of life of patients by assessing, planning and implementing individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning and cardio-respiratory health, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Principal responsibilities include: providing assessment, intervention, consultation and education services for patients in the Stroke Program; collaborating with inter-professional team in providing patient focused care; communicating effectively with patients, families, colleagues and external stakeholders; developing and implementing creative comprehensive patient-centred care plans based on evidence and Stroke Best Practice standards; consulting with internal and external stakeholders regularly to facilitate smooth and timely patient transitions; facilitating and leading patient groups, as appropriate; participating actively in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the program; participating in professional and organizational initiatives supporting best practice, quality management and research; providing education to students, as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Physical Therapy
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Membership in CPA preferred
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada (on employment)
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience in neuro rehabilitation required; with Stroke population preferred
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written) required
• Strong customer service focus and excellent problem-solving skills required
• NDT training is an asset

Physiotherapist, Stroke Rehab

Dept/Health System: Marketed Services: Speciality Programs
Hours of Work/Shifts: Monday– Friday days, with variable start/end times and some evening coverage required. Possible Sat coverage may be required.
Site: To be determined ** currently Queensway Health Centre
Date Posted: February 27 2020Posting Deadline: March 05 2020

• The Location of any vacancy/position may be changed or reassigned as per operation needs

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly skilled inter-professional team of physicians and allied health professionals that will utilize your neurological and musculoskeletal skills and knowledge to assess and treat individuals predominately with a mild TBI and associated musculoskeletal conditions.

Trillium Health Partners (THP) is one of the largest community-based acute care facilities in Canada. Comprised of the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre, Trillium Health Partners serves the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto and surrounding communities and is a teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Our Mission: A New Kind of Health Care for a Healthier Community

When we set out to build our vision and future, we connected with our community – patients, families, visitors, physicians, staff and volunteers. The foundational goals of our new strategic plan – quality, access and sustainability – anchor everything we do. Our mission for a new kind of health care is built on an inter-connected system of care organized around patients – inside and outside the hospital.

At THP, we are relentless in providing high quality, compassionate care to our communities and take great pride in fostering an inclusive and accessible environment and we are all accountable for contributing to a healthy, safe and respectful environment for healing and promoting excellence in patient care though advancing patient and staff safety. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated to improve the health of the community, committed to excellence, quality and patient safety we would like you to join our Better Together team!
Position Summary:This role within Marketed Services is to provide clinical assessment and treatment services to injured workers who have sustained an MSK and or mild traumatic brain injury in the workplace. This role is part of an interdisciplinary team including Physician specialists, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, Sppech and Language Pathologists, Psychologists, Kinesiologists and PTAs/OTAs.

• Perform a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Written communication of assessment findings in an comprehensive report
• Provide treatment as part of an Interdisciplinary team for clients with Musculoskeletal Injuries or a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury with a primary focus on concussion, and possible vestibular issues that have been referred by third-party payers (e.g. WSIB, employers, insurers etc.)
• Supervision of PTA/OTA as needed
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide evidence based, outcome oriented care and recommendations
• Provide therapy services in keeping with the College guidelines and standards of practice
• Participate in return to work planning with an Interdisciplinary team and multiple stakeholders
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and evaluation.
• Contribute to the overall vision/mandate of the Marketed Services Health System
• Supervision of students as required
  

Key Qualifications:

• BScPT or MScPT in Physiotherapy or equivalent – required

• Registration with Ontario College of Physiotherapists in good standing
• Membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association is preferred
• Excellent written communication skills required for the preparation of comprehensive reports
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience providing services to third party payers including WSIB
• Evidence of continuing education, professional and personal development is.
• Reliable, flexible, creative, self-directed professional able to work effectively and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
• Exercises initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills

Preferred Experience:

• Relevant experience in assessment and treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and mild traumatic brain injury/concussion in an ambulatory care setting
• Level 2 Manual therapy, Vestibular rehabilitation and Concussion rehabilitation an asset
• Previous experience in the areas of Orthopaedics, concussion rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, return to work planning, functional evaluation, work conditioning and return to work strategies an asset

Physiotherapist – Marketed Services: Speciality Programs

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Physiotherapist to provide client management care in home, clinics, community or facilities such as long-term care or retirement homes, through all stages of assessment, treatment, consultation and follow-up services to clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducting assessments
• Formulating goals and recommendations
• Planning and implementing client-centered, goal-directed treatment programs

REQUIREMENTS:

• A graduate of an accredited program in Physiotherapy (PT) and are a member in good standings with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• ADP authorization license
• Ability to take initiative and adaptable to rapidly changing demands
• Previous work-related experience in the rehabilitation services sector and/or training in providing PT services with adults and/or pediatrics
• Availability to work flexible hours
• Excellent communication (written and oral)
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Community experience is an asset
• Vulnerable sector check (current)
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license and the ability to travel

Here are many reasons why you will want to bring your talent to our team:

• You will be part of a distinguished Canadian, not-for-profit organization with a century of experience.
• You will experience opportunities to use many of your skills and expand your knowledge.
• Ongoing opportunities for continuing education, training and professional development
• Total Rewards program which includes group benefits, and pension plan
• Education bursaries
• Tuition Assistance Program
• WorkPerks®, which gives access to exclusive discounts from leading brand name companies and trusted local businesses

About Us

SE Health (Saint Elizabeth Health Care) is a social enterprise applying our knowledge, vision and drive to forever impact how people live and age at home, today and into the future. As a not-for-profit organization with Canadian roots and 110 years of expertise, we bring quality excellence and innovation to home care, seniors’ lifestyle and family caregiving. Through our team of 9,000 Leaders of Impact, we deliver 20,000 care exchanges daily, totaling 50 million in the last decade alone. In 2019 we were honoured to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at HumanResources@sehc.com at your earliest convenience.

Physiotherapist – PT