Physiotherapist

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto seeks a Pediatric Physiotherapist to provide consultation, assessment, and intervention for children with movement dysfunction related to neurological, musculoskeletal, or cardiorespiratory conditions. The role supports weekend cardiorespiratory coverage within an acute rehabilitation framework.

You will conduct comprehensive pediatric assessments, develop evidence-based plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe,

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Physiotherapy (MScPT) or equivalent.
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Previous experience in pediatric and/or acute healthcare settings preferred.
• Experience in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy assessment and treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy clinical assessments of pediatric patients.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs and developmental stage.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve cardiorespiratory function through passive and active techniques.
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare disciplines for coordinated care.
• Educate and support parents and caregivers on exercises and strategies.
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely patient records and documentation.
• Stay up to date with research and best practices in pediatric acute care rehabilitation.
• Provide equitable, inclusive care to a diverse patient population.
• Participate in weekend cardiorespiratory physiotherapy coverage.

Skills

Pediatric physiotherapy

Cardiorespiratory physiotherapy

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Physiotherapy (MScPT) or equivalent

Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Job description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfil our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

The Physiotherapist provides physiotherapy consultation, assessment and intervention to children with movement dysfunction related to neurological, musculoskeletal or cardiorespiratory conditions. This position will support Physiotherapy providing weekend cardiorespiratory physiotherapy coverage to inpatients within an acute rehabilitation framework.

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy clinical assessments of pediatric patients.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child’s specific needs, taking into account their medical history and developmental stage.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to improve cardiorespiratory function through both passive and active techniques including mobility.
• Collaborate closely with other healthcare disciplines to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate and support parents and caregivers on exercises and strategies to support their child’s physical progress.
• Maintain detailed, accurate and timely patient records and documentation.
• Stay up to date with the latest research and best practices in pediatric acute care rehabilitation, including physiotherapy assessment and treatment.
• Provide ethnically and culturally sensitive and inclusive care to a diverse patient population.
• Participate in weekend cardiorespiratory physiotherapy coverage.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Masters degree in Physiotherapy (MScPT) or equivalent
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Previous experience in a pediatric and/or acute healthcare setting preferred
• Previous experience in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy assessment and treatment preferred
• Ability to collaborate effectively as a member of the health care team and to take initiative and leadership when appropriate
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and efficient time management
• Belief in lifelong learning and evidence-based practice
• Understand the importance of and demonstrate the ability to foster a culture of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Here’s What You’ll Love

• A supportive Physiotherapy team, with rich opportunity for mentorship and career development.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you’ll be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Employment Type: Range of opportunities available - one shift per month (Casual employment) up to 1 shift per weekend (0.2FTE), depending on availability

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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