Physiotherapist

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ontario is seeking a qualified Physiotherapist to enhance patient mobility and promote independence. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy and registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Ideal candidates have hospital experience and strong interpersonal skills. The position is part-time and offers various opportunities for professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Benefits

Educational support

Mentoring opportunities

Flextime system

Qualifications

• Current Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required.
• Membership in the Canadian and Ontario Physiotherapy Associations preferred.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prevent or alleviate functional problems through assessment and treatment.
• Promote quality of life and independence for patients.
• Support ongoing learning and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical thinking

Creative problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy

Master's Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Position Details

Posting #: 32339

Department: Physiotherapy

Employee Type: Casual, Part Time

If Temporary, Number Of Weeks

Union: Non-Union

Openings Remaining: 1

Schedule

• Work Days: Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends
• Time of Day: Days, Afternoons
• Shift: 7.5 hour, 10 hour, 12 hour

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

• Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown)
• Satellite Health Facility (Hamilton Downtown)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 16/09/2025

Closing Date: 23/09/2025 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Position Summary

A Physiotherapist is a health care professional who attempts to prevent or alleviate functional problems arising from physical, psychological and/or social origins. Prevention and treatment of an impairment, disability or handicap is accomplished through the use of physical assessment, education and treatment which are based on ongoing clinical research. The goal of physiotherapy intervention is to promote quality of life, self-responsibility and independence.

Physiotherapists at SJHH play a major role in patient’s length of stay. As one of the few professionals who usually remains constant during a patient’s stay, PT’s promote early discharge planning, optimize patient mobility and function and ensure patients are safe to return home. The PT supports his/her profession by advocating for or contributing themselves to an environment where ongoing learning, evidence-based practice, quality improvement and research are practiced and supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy required; Master's Degree in Physiotherapy preferred
• Current Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required
• Membership in the Canadian and Ontario Physiotherapy Associations preferred
• Hospital experience preferred
• Basic computer skills for word processing and access to information
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proven ability to function well within an interdisciplinary team environment
• Able to work under pressure, prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional analytical thinking and creative problem solving skills
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred

The Physiotherapy Department Provides

• A strong, central profile for the members of the department
• Educational support (financial & time)
• An interdisciplinary team approach (both internal and external to the department)
• Staff work within supportive clinical areas with mentoring
• The opportunity for academic affiliation with McMaster University
• Opportunities for experience in inpatients areas in Orthopedics, Medicine, Neurology, Nephrology, Rehabilitation, Acute Respiratory Care, Complex Care, Psychiatry and outpatient areas in Day Therapy, Emergency and the Chronic Disease Management Program
• A flextime system
• Opportunities to participate in clinical research

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.