Physiotherapist (Regional Outpatient Geriatric Medicine Serv)

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Health Sciences North is an organization dedicated to being patient and family focused, digitally enabled, and socially accountable, while supporting and developing our people and advancing our academic and research impact for Northeastern Ontario. We pride ourselves on being a learning hospital, providing professional development opportunities for our staff.

Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative individual for the position of a Physiotherapist to provide specialized assessment, treatment, and intervention for older adults with multiple complex health needs and provide resources for professionals and caregivers in Northern Ontario.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College Of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO).

We are looking for someone with a minimum of minimum of five (5) years’ experience working within Specialized Geriatric Services and completing assessment and treatment guided by the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

North East Specialized Geriatric Centre (NESGC) is a multidisciplinary team of health care providers who deliver specialized care for older adults with complex health needs, as well as expert resources for health care professionals and caregivers throughout Northeastern Ontario.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment and are looking for a rewarding career opportunity, you are encouraged to view the full job description on the HSN Careers Website.

At HSN/HSNRI, we prioritize the physical and psychological wellness of all our staff through a variety of initiatives, aimed at creating a supportive and engaging workplace. Our Wellness Committee actively promotes health and well-being offering tips and resources to support wellness of our staff. We pride ourselves on recognizing our dedicated team members through Years of Service Celebrations and Excellence in Action Awards, celebrating outstanding achievements across the organization. We host Employee & Medical Staff appreciation events, and celebrations throughout the year, fostering a sense of community. Leadership development training is available to staff as well as an education fund, ensuring. Our people are our number one asset.

HSN provides support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), which is available for all HSN staff and family members regardless of status, position, affiliation, etc.

HSN INCENTIVES

We offer a competitive salary and vacation, extended health and dental benefits, and relocation allowance to assist with moving expenses. In addition, there may be additional monetary incentives available upon hire.

We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our valued employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package. HOOPP is also a multi-employer pension plan, meaning it can be transferred between many organizations in the province.  Join us and start building a future you can look forward to. For every dollar an employee contributes to HOOPP, the employer (HSN) contributes $1.26, meaning the plan is 55% funded by the employer, and 45% funded by the employee. All employees are eligible to join immediately upon hire.

REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS INCENTIVE GRANT

The incentive grant program offers taxable incentive grants of up to $5,000 per eligible year, to a maximum of $15,000 paid over a three-year period to audiologists, chiropodists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and speech language pathologists who establish their practice in Northern Ontario and accept full-time positions which are fully funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC) and which are approved by the Northern Health Programs (NHP). In order to be eligible for this incentive grant, the NHP must approve the application before the applicant establishes his/her practice. More information regarding this grant can be found here.

Interested applicants are asked to apply directly to requisition # 6927 on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/.

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KEY FUNCTION: 

Provide specialized assessment, treatment, and intervention for older adults with multiple complex health needs and provide resources for professionals and caregivers in Northern Ontario.

REPORTING: 

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Regional Outpatient Geriatric Medicine Service.

DUTIES:

1. Administer and perform comprehensive geriatric assessments.
2. Analyse and synthesize findings from in home geriatric assessment into a comprehensive clinical report identifying client’s priority needs and relevant treatment options designed to optimize their independence. 
3. Treat patients to optimize functional independence and physical performance promoting optimal mobility, physical activity and overall health and wellness.
4. Rehabilitate injury and the effects of disease/disability by implementing therapeutic exercise programs and other interventions.
5. Monitor medication effects on mobility/physical function.
6. Prescribe mobility devices.  
7. Review and prioritize all incoming referrals.
8. Manage outreach clinic; support partners in care and provide education and capacity building for health care providers regarding geriatrics. 
9. Create, implement, and deliver education to medical professionals, nurses, and physicians across the geriatric continuum of care.
10. Support the Geriatric Medicine Follow-up Clinic using the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment; present findings to physicians.
11. Develop, implement and evaluate speciality programs (e.g. bone health and continence).
12. Educate client and family in coping strategies, decision-making, and utilization of personal and community resources, and make referrals to community resources as required.
13. Collaborate with clients, families, interprofessional team members, and community partners throughout the therapy process and advocate to ensure client needs are met.
14. Complete joint interdisciplinary home visits as required.
15. Document assessment in the patient’s medical chart, clinical impression, and all related physiotherapy intervention and patient outcomes; maintain an accepted standard of documentation for quality assurance as outlined by HSN policies and the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO).
16. Maintain relevant statistical information.
17. Develop and implement clinical procedures.
18. Supervise student placements.
19. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
20. Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
21. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety and Physiotherapy practice legislation, standards and guidelines.
22. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
23. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 
24. Perform other duties as required.
     

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College Of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) is required.
2. Successful completion of the Geriatric Assessor training course,Core Indigenous Cultural Competency Training Program, and the P.I.E.C.E.S. Training program are required.
3. Certification as an Assistive Devices Program (ADP) authorizer is preferred.
4. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working within Specialized Geriatric Services and completing assessment and treatment guided by the Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated knowledge of health assessment, medications, and telemedicine procedures.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of health assessment tools (e.g. Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA), Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE), Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Clock Drawing Test, Phonemic/Semantic Fluency, Trails Making Test, Geriatric Depression Scale, and Cornell Scale for Depression in Dementia).
3. Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment, clinical reasoning, and critical thinking with the ability to apply ethical frameworks and choose the optimal assessment and treatment intervention.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of mobilizing community health resources and enhancing continuum of care.
5. Demonstrated knowledge of education curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous and Francophone culture.
7. Demonstrated knowledge of Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
8. Demonstrated knowledge of Specialized Geriatric Services community services and available resources.
9. Demonstrated ability to effectively problem-solve, set priorities, and manage conflict.
10. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
11. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
12. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software, e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook and patient information systems.
13. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
14. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task.
15. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
16. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: 

1. Successful criminal reference check is required for vulnerable sector.
2. Demonstrated  ability to meet the cognitive, emotional, and environmental demands of the job.
3. Demonstrated ability to perform with minimal supervision.
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
5. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
6. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
7. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
8. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
9. Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle is required.
10. Willingness to travel to local sites and outreach clinics across Northern Ontario including the James Bay Coast.

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.