Physiotherapist

Hamilton Health Sciences; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton Health Sciences is seeking a Physiotherapist for McMaster Children's Hospital. The role involves conducting assessments and evaluations in pediatric care, requiring a commitment to patient safety and continuous learning. Applicants must have current registration and relevant experience in pediatric physiotherapy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year Pediatric physiotherapy experience within the last 4 years.
• Experience in tertiary or acute care setting.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation within scope of practice.
• Document all activities accordingly.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Mentoring

Coaching

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Planning skills

Implementation skills

Evaluation skills

Facilitation skills

Education

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Job description

Job Description - Physiotherapist (118008)

Physiotherapist

Job Number:

118008

Job:

Health Professional/Assistant

Primary Location

This position will be located at: McMaster Children's Hospital

Organization

MCH-Oth Crit Care & Amb

Status

Regular Part-time

Number of Openings

1

Union Code: Non Union Employees

Salary

41.6400 - 53.3800 Hourly

Post Date

May 15, 2025, 4:00:00 AM

Close Date (Period for Applying) - External

May 23, 2025, 3:59:00 AM

Unit Summary

Hamilton Health Sciences is one of Canada's largest and most diverse hospitals, providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. We offer opportunities for professional development, advancement, and leadership, in collaboration with academic partners like McMaster University and Mohawk College. Our system employs 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers, and volunteers, serving residents of south-central Ontario and beyond.

The Pediatric Hematology & Oncology ambulatory clinic offers comprehensive care to pediatric patients with blood and oncology diagnoses, including acute tertiary and subspecialty oncology medical and surgical care in a family-centered environment. The team collaborates across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings.

Position Summary

The Physiotherapist will perform assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation within their scope of practice, documenting all activities accordingly.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday – Friday, days/evenings

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Minimum 1 year Pediatric physiotherapy experience within the last 4 years, in the care of infants, children, and their families in a tertiary or acute care setting
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and non-verbal), critical thinking, mentoring, coaching, and team collaboration skills
• Strong facilitation, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills
• Ability to facilitate change, foster innovation, and demonstrate organizational values
• Commitment to continuous learning

Hamilton Health Sciences prioritizes patient and staff safety, guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Code of Conduct. As a teaching hospital, staff and physicians support student and learner development.

Applicants must apply during the posting period via the Careers website. Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer, committed to accommodations under applicable laws. For accommodation requests during the application or interview process, contact HR Operations at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947.

This position is open to all qualified applicants, with internal candidates given priority. Past performance and, if applicable, language proficiency (French and English) are considered in the selection process.

Temporary positions will adhere to the relevant Collective Agreements:

• CUPE Collective Agreement - Article 30 (k)
• ONA Collective Agreement - Article 10.7 (d)
• OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement - Article 13.01 (b) (ii)
• OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement - Article 14.04
• PIPSC RT Collective Agreement - Articles 2.07 and 13