Physiotherapist

CHEO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

CHEO is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to join their team in Ottawa. The successful candidate will work with patients, families, and healthcare teams to provide essential clinical services. This part-time role requires registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and experience in pediatrics is preferred. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in pediatrics preferred.
• Inpatient hospital experience preferred.
• Bilingualism (English and French) essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services including assessment and intervention for patients.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams and community agencies.
• Participate in ongoing education and training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$44.19/hr - CA$54.65/hr

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to nearly 4,500 staff and physicians dedicated to helping children and youth live their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named as the best place to work in Canadian healthcare by Forbes Magazine and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 10th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY

• Work with physicians, patients, families and interprofessional teams
• Provide clinical services including assessment, intervention and consultation for in patients with cardiorespiratory, neurological and orthopaedic conditions
• Communicate all pertinent information with the healthcare team, school and community agencies in the most effective and efficient manner to plan, implement, and review the patient’s total care program
• Participate in ongoing education and training and remain up to date on best practice
• Collaborate with the physiotherapy team to prioritize and manage workload
• Participate in the supervision of students and support personnel and in teaching, and research
• Represent Physiotherapy or Development and Rehabilitation on committees
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives
• This position is for inpatient weekend coverage. Possible weekday coverage as per the candidate’s availability

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (Essential)
• Minimum of two years’ experience in paediatrics (Preferred)
• Inpatient hospital experience (Preferred)
• Advanced training in orthopaedic, neurodevelopmental, cardiorespiratory and/or other specialized techniques (Preferred)
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing (Essential)
• Demonstrated ability to work interprofessionally (Essential)
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Bilingualism (English and French) (Essential)

* Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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