Physiotherapist

Job title: Physiotherapist

Job description: PHYSIOTHERAPIST

Job Posting #: 926472

Union: Non-Union

Site: University Centre, Toronto Rehab

Department: Geriatrics, MSK, Multi-System Rehab

Reports to: Manager, Allied Health

Hours: 15 hours per week

Wage range or Salary: $38.02 – $47.53 per hour: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status: Temporary Part-Time

Shifts: Rotating weekends

Posted Date: November 16, 2023

Closing Date: November 30, 2023

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. 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 ground breaking 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.

Position Summary

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:

Duties

• Providing physical therapy assessment and treatment for Geriatric and Musculoskeletal clients;
• Assessing for and prescribe mobility aids;
• Collaborating with inter-professional team in providing patient focused care;
• Communicating effectively with patients, families, and team members;
• Participating in program planning and development and professional and hospital initiatives supporting quality management and research;
• Complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physiotherapy (BScPT) or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions is required
• Previous experience working with Cardiac patients is preferred
• Bobath and/or NDT experience preferred
• Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B Level or C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada
• Membership in Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred
• Experience as member of interprofessional team required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) required
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Complies with the legislation outlined in the Regulated Health Professions Act, (1991)
• Complies with the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Demonstrates competence with departmental and hospital safety, emergency and infection control procedures
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and to function in an independent, self directed manner
• Computer proficiency required,

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP

) * Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN’s attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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