Physiotherapist

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

9d • CA$43 - CA$54 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physiotherapist (PT) is an integral member of the Physiotherapy service and Allied Health. Through the provision of patient and non-patient care activities, the PT enhances the quality of life of patients by 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. This position would primarily support the surgical oncology patient population with in-patient psych consults.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Science (Physiotherapy) or recognized equivalent based on Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Minimal One (1) year related experience
• Experience in an acute care hospital environment essential
• Oxygen titration and suctioning experience and rostering of skills
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• 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
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
• Demonstrates competence with departmental and hospital safety, emergency and infection control procedures
• Recognizes and acts within the scope and limitations of the physiotherapist
• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and to function in an independent, self-directed manner
• Computer proficiency

Nice To Haves

• Experience with acute Surgical and Oncology patient population, preferred
• Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, preferred
• Experience in the assessment and treatment of ICU, General Internal Medicine, Nephrology and Cardiac patients an asset

Responsibilities

• Clinical care (consultation, assessment, treatment planning, implementing and evaluating client-specific treatment programs)
• Education (clients, staff and continuing education)
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Benefits

• 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level