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Applications are now being accepted for two Part-Time Physiotherapists. The successful applicants will be required to work 0700-1500 Monday to Sunday, including holidays. The commitment for part time is 37.5 hours per bi-weekly pay period. Unscheduled part-time employees may be required to work up to 1 day per month. Reporting to the Operations Manager, Medical Surgical, Rehab & Allied Health, the Physiotherapist will, in conjunction with the patient: assess, plan treatment, set goals, treat and educate patient and family in matters related to physiotherapy.

Job Functions

• Adhere to policies and procedures established for the assigned department while supporting the Mission, Vision and Values of Erie Shores Healthcare
• Demonstrates an understanding of the Regulated Health Professions Act 1991 (RHPA), and its requirements
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient information
• Receive physician/nurse practitioner referral for inpatients and or patients in Emergency Department
• Independently assess, plan treatment, set goals, treat, and educate patient and family in matters related to physiotherapy
• Participate in discharge planning
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings
• Maintain clinical and statistical records
• Handle individual caseload of patients on unit
• Ensure skills are current through continuing education
• Participate in the orientation of new employees
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy from an accredited School of Rehabilitation required
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required
• 2 years recent clinical experience in rehabilitation preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Physiotherapy scope of practice with demonstrated clinical judgment, critical thinking and ability to utilize a holistic approach
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage clinical caseload demands
• Strong leadership qualities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a wide variety of stake-holder groups including clients, families, teams, leadership and others within the circle of care
• Knowledge and demonstrated skills in safe lifting and transfer techniques to assist with client transfers
• General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position, ex. ability to lift, carry and tolerate prolonged periods of walking and standing

 As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.