Physiotherapist

St. Joseph; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flextime system

Academic affiliation with McMaster ?un

Opportunities for clinical research

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Health System in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Physiotherapist for a casual/part-time, in-person role. The successful candidate will assess and treat patients, promote mobility, and support early discharge planning as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy with current Ontario registration; a Master’s may be preferred. Hospital experience and CPA/OC associations membership are advantages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy required; Master's preferred.
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required.
• Membership in Canadian and Ontario Physiotherapy Associations preferred.
• Hospital experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy assessment, treatment and education to prevent or alleviate functional problems.
• Support length of stay, promote early discharge planning and optimize patient mobility.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and home readiness.
• Engage in clinical research and quality improvement activities where possible.
• Offer care across inpatient and outpatient settings including orthopedics, neurology and rehabilitation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Gentle Persuasive Approach training

Word processing

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy

Master's degree in Physiotherapy preferred

Current registration with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Membership in Canadian and Ontario Physiotherapy Associations preferred

Hospital experience preferred

Tools

Word processing

MS Office

Job description

Position DetailsJob Number:JR02414Department:Physiotherapy ServicesJob Type:Casual, Part timeWork Environment:In-PersonContract Duration: (If applicable)0 monthsNumber of Positions:1Hourly Rate (Min / Max):$49.6971 - $57.6128ScheduleWork Days:Monday to FridayTime of Day:Afternoons, DaysShift:Hours - 10, Hours - 7.5Shift Start: (If applicable)Reason for Posting:Posting is for a role with an existing vacancyApplication DatesOpening Date:2026-10-15Closing Date:2026-10-22Job DescriptionPosition 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 preferredThe Physiotherapy Department Provides:a) A strong central profile for the members of the departmentb) Educational support (financial & time)c) An interdisciplinary team approach (both internal and external to the department)d) Staff work within supportive clinical areas with mentoringe) The opportunity for academic affiliation with McMaster Universityf) 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 Programg) A flextime systemh) Opportunities to participate in clinical researchSt. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all 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 .We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([e-mail]).