Physiotherapist 2L Medicine (Job ID: 6898)
Seeking a Physiotherapist with excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills who is comfortable working in a high-pressure environment as part of an interprofessional team. Reporting to the Patient Care Manager 2L General Medicine and Stroke Unit, you will work as a part of a dedicated, interprofessional team, focusing on providing assessment and treatment for acute general medicine and stroke patients.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The primary role of the Physiotherapist is in the assessment and management of physical impairments or disabilities with the aim of enhancing and restoring functional abilities and quality of life
- Physiotherapy services will include assessment, treatment, consultation, discharge planning and education to patients, family members/caregivers, and external agencies
- Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care and complex discharge planning
- 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
- Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
- Contributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, students and members of the academic and professional community
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) required
- Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy required, Master's Degree preferred
- Must be rostered (or willing to roster prior to the end of the probationary period) with the CPO to perform the following activities: Administering a Substance by Inhalation
- BLS required (or willingness to complete within probationary period)
- Experience with assessment of mobility and safety with general medicine patients in an acute care setting preferred
- Experience in the assessment and treatment of acute stroke patients 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 effectiveness as an interprofessional team member
- Demonstrated ability to work with the Rehabilitation Assistants
- Demonstrated commitment to and involvement with own profession (e.g. professional association) preferred
- Satisfactory attendance record.
This contract is until January 2026.