Physiotherapist Cardiac/Vascular Surgery

St. Michael's Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto is seeking a Physiotherapist to join the Heart, Lung and Vascular Program, providing inpatient care across Cardiac/Vascular units and CVICU.

You will collaborate with an interprofessional team, educate patients and families, and contribute to quality improvement and professional development. The role also emphasizes accessible, anti-oppressive care and participation in academic activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO).
• Master’s Degree (or substantial equivalent) in Physiotherapy.
• Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probation).
• Experience in acute medical/surgical units and ICU preferred.
• Cardiovascular/Cardiology experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides Physiotherapy services for inpatients in Cardiac/Vascular, Cardiology and CVICU/CICU within the Heart, Lung and Vascular Program.
• Collaborates with an interprofessional team to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Educates patients and families on care plans and needs.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrates commitment to anti-oppressive and accessible patient care.
• Contributes to academic activities as educator, resource or support for staff.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy

Licensed by CPO

Job description

Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph’s Health Centre and St. Michael’s Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Join our St. Michael’s Hospital team as we work to put patients and families at the center of everything we do, in the role of Physiotherapist on our Heart, Lung and Vascular Program.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides Physiotherapy services for inpatients admitted to Cardiac/Vascular, Cardiology and CVICU/CICU within Heart, Lung and Vascular Program, as well as commitment in MSICU, General Surgery and Nephrology. Hours of work are split between all of the units listed. Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
• Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
• Contributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff and members of the academic and professional community
• Identifies and addresses educational needs for patients and their families
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient care
• Is committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organization
• Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
• Is committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patients

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) for practice in all applicable clinical areas
• Must hold a Master’s Degree (or substantial equivalent) in Physiotherapy
• Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)
• As required by the program, must be rostered (or willing to roster prior to the end of the probationary period) with the CPO to perform the following activity: Administering a Substance by Inhalation
• 1-2 years experience in acute medical or surgical unit, and ICU is preferred
• Experience working with Cardiovascular/Cardiology patient population is preferred
• Rostered for oxygen titration and tracheal suctioning is preferred
• Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care
• Demonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)

Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.