2500002601 - Physiotherapist

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Oshawa seeks a Physiotherapist for a temporary full-time role. Responsibilities include patient assessment, developing treatment plans, and delivering education. Candidates must be licensed in Ontario and have experience with Stroke populations. This role values inclusion and diversity, ensuring a respectful work environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing.
• Experience with assessment and treatment of Stroke patients required.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient assessment and treatment plans execution.
• Delivers formal patient education.
• Documents all aspects of patient care.

Skills

Education program development

Patient assessment

Interpersonal skills

Conflict management

Documenting patient care

Education

Licensed by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

OPSEU

Job Title: Physiotherapist

Status: Temporary Full Time (~12 months)

Department: Physio: ISU

Program: Medicine

8 Hour Shifts - Days & Weekends (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500002601

Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Patient Care Manager, and working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Physiotherapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development and execution of treatment plans. He/she develops and delivers formal patient education within the Integrated Stroke Unit. He/she documents all aspects of patient care, actively participates in patient care meetings and maintains relevant statistics. He/she will participate in program development, evaluation and with education activities as determined by the service. Other related duties as required. Weekend scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing;
• Proven ability to develop and deliver education programs utilizing adult education principles;
• Experience with the assessment and treatment of a Stroke population required;
• Proven ability to plan and recommend continued self-care programs for the client;
• Demonstrated experience with and the use of supplemental oxygen therapy preferred;
• Demonstrated experience in the treatment of patients with multiple physical impairments and a variety of chronic diseases, preferred;
• Proven ability to lift, turn, transfer patients both manually and with mechanical aids;
• Proven working knowledge of personal computers, utilizing Microsoft Office software;
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, prioritization, problem-solving and case management skills;
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills and conflict management skills;
• Current CPR certification;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety; and

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety; and programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.