Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist

Halton Healthcare; Milton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated hand therapist to join their interdisciplinary team. This role involves supporting patients in the Acute Hand Program and Fracture Clinic, where you will apply your expertise in treating hand injuries and collaborating with professionals from various disciplines. With a focus on exemplary patient care, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about helping others and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity could be your next career step.

Qualifications

• Experience in treating acute hand injuries and splinting is essential.
• Must demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to support patients.
• Provide treatment for hand injuries and manage insurance claims.

Skills

Splinting

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Evidence-based Outcome Measures

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist

Certified Hand Therapy designation

Job description

• FTE: Must provide availability of up to a 0.6 FTE
• Union Status: NON UNION
• Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon-Fri – 7.5 hour day shifts
• Employment Status: Permanent Part-time
• Department: MD Hands Clinic
• Site Location: Milton

Company Description

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do. We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcaretakes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we arecommitted to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job Description

The hand therapist will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to support patients in the Acute Hand Program and Fracture Clinic. The interdisciplinary team may consist of a plastic surgeon, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Therapy Assistant and volunteers. The hand specialist will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the treatment of hand injuries including tendon/nerve/vascular repair, amputations, trauma, and early fracture management. Experience in splinting for a variety of upper extremity and hand conditions and knowledge of modalities is a requirement. Provide support to the program and patients receiving treatment through OHIP, WSIB, MVA or other insurance claims.

Qualifications

• Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario or licensed with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario
• Member of Canadian Occupational Therapy Association preferred or Member of CPA/OPA preferred
• Certified Hand Therapy designationpreferred or interest to pursue
• Must have experience splinting and treating acute hand injuries
• Minimum 1 year experience in an outpatient hand therapy setting is required
• Knowledge and experience in the use of evidence based outcome measures
• Must be flexible anddemonstrate an ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with all team members
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact effectively with a multi-disciplinary team
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required

Additional Information

Location: Multi-site (based primarily in Milton)

Hours:Monday to Friday, 7.5 hour day shifts,8am- 4pm, 8:30am-4:30pm (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $40.011 - $56.425 per hour

Date Posted:May 8, 2025

Internal Applications Due by:May 15, 2025

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providingaccommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

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