Physiotherapist - WSIB Specialty Program

Halton Healthcare; Oakville; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Halton Healthcare in Oakville, Ontario, seeks a Physiotherapist for the WSIB Specialty Program on a temporary full-time basis. The role covers outpatient assessment and rehabilitation for injured workers, with emphasis on MSK, neurology and orthopaedics.

You will participate in program development, community education, and accreditation standards, contributing to growth across multiple sites (Oakville, Milton, Georgetown). Requires B.Sc./M.Sc.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Strong communication and multi-disciplinary team interaction.
• Experience in MSK/Neurology/Orthopaedics is preferred.
• Ability to support program development and community education.

Responsibilities

• Treat a variety of MSK/Neuro conditions in ambulatory care and contribute to return-to-work strategies.
• Support development and day-to-day operations of the WSIB Specialty Program.
• Participate in promotional activities, community education, and accreditation standards.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Communication skills

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Physiotherapy

Registration with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Job description

Physiotherapist - WSIB Specialty Program

• Contract
• FTE: 1.0 FTE
• Union Status: NON UNION
• Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon - Sun – Various rotating 7.5 hour shifts
• Employment Status: Temporary Full-time
• Department: OV Specialty Clinic
• Length of temporary contract: Approx. 6 months
• Site Location: Multi-Site (Oakville, Milton, Georgetown)

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.

Treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, while implementing your excellent assessmentand treatment skills in geriatrics, neurology and orthopaedics. Also, you will be participating in promotional activities, community education, program development and accreditation standards.

In addition, the successful candidate will support the development, growth and day-to-day operations of the WSIB Specialty Program – an outpatient assessment and treatment program for injured workers who have sustained work related injuries and require interdisciplinary assessment, diagnostic and rehabilitation services to assist them in their return to work and function.

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• B.Sc. or M.Sc.in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution required
• Current Registration and in good standing, with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario requiredwith evidence of insurance coverage
• Ability to motivate, be sympathetic, yet positive and client-centered in all interactions with patients
• Have a thorough understanding of confidentiality and patient dignity
• Demonstrate self-directed carry-through of patient care activities
• Initiative, good problem solving and communication skills are necessary
• Experience working in a healthcare setting would be an asset
• Experience working in a private physiotherapy clinic would be an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to effectively interact with a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong organizational abilities with efficient time management skills
• Flexibility to follow direction and work collaboratively with all team members
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required
• Relevant experience in treating a variety of MSK/Neuro conditions in an ambulatory care setting, return to work planning, functional evaluation, work conditioning and return to work strategies an asset

The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Hours: Monday to Sunday, various rotating 7.5 hours shifts (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $40.911 - $57.695 per hour

Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture.

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.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Actmandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital.This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.