Physiotherapist - Stroke & Outreach
About The Position
The Physiotherapist provides assessment and treatment across acute care areas and fulfills the role of Stroke Outreach PT, including consultative assessments in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and the TIA and Minor Stroke Unit. The position supports stroke education and participates in initiatives to optimize care across the Toronto Stroke Network. As an integral member of the Allied Health department, the Physiotherapist (PT) provides evidence-based and patient-centred assessment and treatment of acute care adult inpatients with acute neurovascular conditions, primarily stroke. The successful candidate will work with a collaborative interprofessional team, participate in rounds, meetings and quality initiatives, and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. PT services are coordinated to provide a seven day a week service to our patients, with all team members participating in a rotational service model. The successful candidate will also fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT. In this capacity, they will provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network.
Requirements
- Masters of Science degree in Physiotherapy, or equivalent based on Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Experience in the assessment and treatment of critical care, acute surgical and general medicine patients experience required
- Experience working with Neurovascular patients, stroke best practice, and current stroke care initiatives
- Oxygen titration and suctioning experience and rostering of skills
- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
- Complies with the legislation outlined in the Regulated Health Professions Act, (1991) and the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
- Recognitizes and acts within the scope and limitations of the physiotherapists role
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
- Computer literacy
Nice To Haves
- Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred
- Previous experience in an acute care Hospital environment; preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform all other duties as required
- Fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT
- Provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network
- Support the development and implementation of best practice models of physiotherapist in the acute care setting at TWH
- In collaboration with other members of the physiotherapist inpatient team, they will provide assessment and treatment for patients across the hospital; as required
- Participate in the clinical education of occupational therapy students
- Participate in Allied Health meetings and quality initiatives
- Perform other functions 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.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
