Physiotherapist

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto, Ontario is seeking a Physiotherapist to join an inter-professional team for weekend and weekday coverage. The role involves assessment, consultation and education for patients, families and the care team across in-patient units.

The successful candidate will participate in team meetings, liaise with unit-level teams and community providers, and contribute to inter-professional conferences as needed. Weekend shift includes one Saturday/Sunday per 4 weekends.

Job description

Position Overview

Working as a member of the inter-professional team for weekend & weekday coverage, the Physiotherapist will be responsible for providing assessment, consultation and education to the patient, family members and the interprofessional team within a variety of in-patient units. The successful candidate will actively be participating in regular team meetings, liaising with with unit level teams, community based providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participation in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed.

Position Overview

Working as a member of the inter-professional team for weekend & weekday coverage, the Physiotherapist will be responsible for providing assessment, consultation and education to the patient, family members and the interprofessional team within a variety of in-patient units. The successful candidate will actively be participating in regular team meetings, liaising with with unit level teams, community based providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participation in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed.

This role will primarily cover acute care medicine or general surgery units on weekends. Weekday coverage opportunities will include coverage within inpatient acute care and complex continuing care. The Physiotherapist is scheduled for one Saturday and Sunday shift out of every 4 weekends. Where there is a statutory holiday, this holiday is included in as part of the long weekend.

Education

• M.Sc in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
• Member in good standing with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Additional certification/training in neurological Physiotherapy techniques preferred

Experience

• Registration and license to practice with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and in good standing
• Recent experience in acute care hospital-based orthopedics, medicine, stroke/neuro, and geriatric care preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work and function effectively as an interdisciplinary team member
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Motivated to practice in accordance with the mission and vision of hospital/health service
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Excellent work performance and attendance
• All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
• All employees of MGH are responsibleto contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
• All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.