puestos de Therapist en Canadá

Under the general supervision of the Manager Health Services, Rehabilitation Services (or Designate), the incumbent is responsible for performing those duties of the staff physiotherapist; providing high quality service through development, implementation, coordination and maintenance of clinical educational and research programs; and performing other related duties as directed.

• Two (2) years clinical experience in the relevant clinical area. Four (4) years of clinical experience in the relevant clinical area preferred.
• Demonstrated teaching and mentorship skills.

• Entry-to-practice academic credential in physiotherapy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent if internationally educated.

• Completion of, and ongoing participation in, relevant continuing professional education in designated clinical area and in other areas as needed to address continuing education requirements for the position.

• Must be registered on the Practicing Register of the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba.
• Membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and initiative.
• Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Ability to perform both independently and as a team member.
• Knowledge of the physiological, social, cultural and economic aspects of patient care.
• Ability to organize and complete assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Willingness to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of healthcare knowledge.
• Computer literacy as appropriate to the setting.

• Ability to perform the essential physical requirements of the position including being able to stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with clients.
• Must be able to safely transfer large and / or heavy clients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities.
• Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques and manipulation of therapeutic activities as necessary.
• Must demonstrate adequate strength, agility, motor coordination and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques and manipulation of therapeutic activities as appropriate to the service area.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
• May encounter aggressive and / or agitated clients / visitors / staff.
• May be required to occasionally work extended hours.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including evenings or weekends.