Physiotherapist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides quality physiotherapy services including consultation, client assessment, physiotherapy diagnosis, planning, intervention implementation and evaluation, program planning and implementation, discharge planning and follow-up in order to maintain optimal function, prevent disability and promote well-being. Provides education and guidance to other healthcare providers or people working within the educational system. Provides clinical supervision and training for students and participates in the education of other healthcare professionals upon request. Maintains professional accountability, professional judgment and reasoning with a high-level of communication and collaboration.

Requirements

• Entry-to-practice academic credential in physiotherapy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent if internationally educated.
• Must be registered on the Active Practice Register of the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba. Registration on the Exam Candidate Register may be considered.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines and demonstrate professional judgment and initiative.
• Knowledge of the physiological, social, cultural and economic aspects of client care.
• Ability to organize and complete assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Willingness to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of healthcare and education knowledge.
• Computer literacy as appropriate to the setting.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with clients.
• Must be able to safely transfer large and/or heavy clients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities.
• Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination or dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques and manipulation of therapeutic activities as necessary.
• Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Recent and relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred.
• Competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.

Responsibilities

• Consultation, client assessment, physiotherapy diagnosis, planning, intervention implementation and evaluation
• Program planning and implementation
• Discharge planning and follow-up
• Education and guidance to other healthcare providers or people working within the educational system
• Clinical supervision and training for students
• Participation in the education of other healthcare professionals upon request
• Maintaining professional accountability, professional judgment and reasoning with a high-level of communication and collaboration

Benefits

• We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better.
• If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
• Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

What This Job Offers

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