Physiotherapist

Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association•Toronto, ON

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Carefirst Family Health Team (FHT) is seeking a Full-time permanent / Part-time permanent Physiotherapist to join their innovative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based care. Carefirst FHT is committed to delivering exceptional, comprehensive primary care through a collaborative, team-based model that includes family physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, dieticians, physiotherapists, and medical receptionists. They have a robust Chronic Disease Management and Prevention program, including a Diabetes Education Program, and are actively involved in many of the Ontario Health Team’s primary care initiatives. Their strong community partnerships ensure coordinated, high-quality, patient-centred care across the continuum. They work closely with the Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association to provide truly integrated services. On-site & Integrated Programs/Services include: Ontario Health atHome (formerly Home and Community Care Support Services), MINT Memory Clinic, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) Program, and Specialist clinics: psychiatry, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, optometry, geriatric medicine, gynecology, chiropody, and audiology. They currently operate four well-established clinics across Scarborough and Richmond Hill, and continue to expand in Markham and Stouffville to support continued growth and community needs. Employees will be assigned to a location that aligns with their preferences and residence, with occasional rotation to support clinic operations.

Requirements

Master of Science in Physiotherapy or equivalent
Registration and licensed to practice (in good standing) with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario
3 years related clinical experience in the community setting
Valid First Aid & CPR certification
Demonstrated capability to plan and recommend continued self-care programs
Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
Shown capacity to make independent judgment and work without supervision
Proficiency in English; a second language reflecting local community, such as Cantonese, is an asset
Valid driver’s license and access to personal vehicle for business purposes
Current vulnerable sector check (completed within one year)

Nice To Haves

A second language reflecting local community, such as Cantonese, is an asset

Responsibilities

Provide community-based physiotherapy services within full scope of practices outlined by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, including but not limited to assessment, diagnosis and education intervention
Diagnose and assist diverse clients with acute and chronic health conditions and rehabilitation needs, from the lens of chronic disease prevention and management
Provide physiotherapy services independently and within a team, including rehabilitation assistants
Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and organizational policy, practice and values
Demonstrating commitment to professional life long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession
Performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating physiotherapy knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of patient care
Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation adhering to agency standards
Participate actively in program development and evaluation