Physiotherapist

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Garron Hospital is seeking a Physiotherapist to provide assessment, consultation, and education to patients and families within an inter-professional team across medicine, stroke, respirology, and other areas. The role includes program development, evaluation, and collaboration with community providers.

Primary assignment is in medicine, with weekend rotation required. Applicants must hold MSc in Physiotherapy and be in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario;

Qualifications

• Registration and licensure with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing.
• Recent acute care hospital experience in orthopedics, medicine, stroke/neuro, or geriatric care.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, consultation and education to patients, families and the interprofessional team.
• Participate in program development and evaluation and attend regular team meetings.
• Liaise with community-based providers and advocate for clients and families.
• Participate in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed.
• Rotation into weekends is required; primary assignment in medicine may change based on needs.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Education

MSc in Physiotherapy

Ontario College of Physiotherapists license

Neurological Physiotherapy certification (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Neurological assessment tools

Job description

Position Overview

Working as a member of the inter-professional team, the Physiotherapist will be responsible for providing assessment, consultation and education to the patient, family members and the interprofessional team within a variety of program areas including but not limited to critical care, respirology, medicine, stroke, surgery & the emergency department. The Physiotherapist provides care to patients of the hospital and its affiliates. The successful candidate will participate in program development and evaluation as well as actively participating in regular team meetings, liaising with community-based providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participation in inter- professional patient and family conferences as needed.

Working as a member of the inter-professional team, the Physiotherapist will be responsible for providing assessment, consultation and education to the patient, family members and the interprofessional team within a variety of program areas including but not limited to critical care, respirology, medicine, stroke, surgery & the emergency department. The Physiotherapist provides care to patients of the hospital and its affiliates. The successful candidate will participate in program development and evaluation as well as actively participating in regular team meetings, liaising with community-based providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participation in inter- professional patient and family conferences as needed.

Primary assignment for this position will be in medicine. Primary assignment is subject to change based on operational needs.

Rotation into the weekends is required.

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.