Physiotherapist

Health-Sciences-North-; Greater Sudbury; Vor Ort; CAD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Health Sciences North in Sudbury, Ontario, is seeking a physiotherapist to perform comprehensive assessments, administer treatments, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes documentation, education of students, and ongoing professional development to improve patient outcomes. Expect participation in policy discussions and safety training, with travel between local sites as needed.

Qualifikationen

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the CPO.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in evidenced-based approach to service delivery.
• Experience treating upper-extremity, lower-extremity, back and neck injuries is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Perform detailed, comprehensive medical history and physical assessment of patients to establish a clinical impression for physiotherapy intervention.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and participate in comprehensive assessments with Physician Specialists.
• Initiate and execute all physiotherapy treatments related to the clinical impression to deliver patient care in various clinical areas.
• Document assessment in the patient’s medical chart and related outcomes; maintain QA documentation.
• Communicate with health care professionals regarding patient management for problem-solving and program development.
• Provide education/supervision to physiotherapy students and undergraduates.
• Develop self-learning objectives and participate in postgraduate educational opportunities.
• Participate in patient care teams and committees regarding policies/procedures and audits.
• Evaluate patient care and satisfaction and formulate improvement solutions.
• Align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan and monitor outcomes.
• Educate on federal and provincial health and safety legislation and promote workplace health.

Kenntnisse

Mentoring students

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Documentation & record keeping

Team collaboration

Office software proficiency

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Independent and team work

Travel between sites

Ausbildung

CPO registration

WHSA4Steps training

Jobbeschreibung

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Perform assessments in conjunction with Physician Specialist for individuals/injured workers with upper-extremity, lower-extremity, back and neck injuries, including some amputations. Develop and provide appropriate treatment services as part of the Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Amputee and Prosthetics, and Back and Neck Specialty Clinics.

REPORTING

Under the general direction of the Coordinator, Outpatient Rehabilitation Programs.

DUTIES

• Perform detailed, comprehensive medical history and physical assessment of patients to establish a clinical impression for physiotherapy intervention when required.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and participate in comprehensive assessments with Physician Specialists (i.e. Orthopedic Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Neuro Surgeons, and Physiatrists).
• Initiate and execute all physiotherapy treatments related to the clinical impression to deliver patient care within various clinical areas, and perform on-going evaluations to determine when discharge from service is appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with registered Kinesiologists to provide comprehensive treatment, exercise and education to support patients’ recovery and return to work.
• Document assessment in the patient’s medical chart, clinical impression, and all related physiotherapy intervention and patient outcomes; maintain an accepted standard of documentation for quality assurance as outlined by HSN policies and the CPO.
• Communicate verbally or through written reports with other health care professionals regarding patient management for clinical problem-solving and program development.
• Act as a professional resource for internal health care providers and community partners.
• Provide theoretical and clinical education/supervision to physiotherapy students and undergraduate students.
• Develop and implement self-learning objectives, participate in related postgraduate educational opportunities to improve clinical expertise, and integrate new knowledge to enhance patient care.
• Participate on patient care teams and other committees regarding the development of policies and procedures, forms and audits, and coverage/vacation planning within the professional discipline.
• Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
• Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
• Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
• Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
• Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the CPO.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in evidenced-based approach to service delivery.
• Experience working in treating upper-extremity, lower-extremity, back and neck injuries is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated ability to direct, supervise, and mentor students and support personnel.
• Demonstrated current knowledge of trends in general health care and community resources.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Demonstrated excellent judgment and proven analytical skills.
• Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software, (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
• Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
• Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
• Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
• Ability to travel between local sites.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.