Physiotherapist

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Health Sciences North (HSN) is seeking an innovative individual for the position of Physiotherapist in Orthopedics/Neurosurgery Surgical Program to provide treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of physical dysfunction, injury, or pain to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, augment function, and relieve pain. The successful incumbent will perform detailed, comprehensive medical history and physical assessment of patients, to establish a clinical impression for physiotherapy intervention.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario. However, candidates expected to obtain registration in the next few months and recent graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are looking for someone with a minimum of six (6) months’ experience in evidence-based approach to service delivery. Preference will be given to candidates with current rostering or intent to roster with the CPO for the authorized acts of Oxygen Administration.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Surgery unit at Health Sciences North is a 45 bed unit staffed by a team of surgeons, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, nurse clinician, pharmacist, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and social workers.  Care is provided for clients with a variety of conditions including back and cranial surgeries, brain tumours, head and spinal cord injuries; hip fractures and various other fracture injuries as well as shoulder and hand surgeries, and trauma.  

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

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.

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.

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 # 5522 by April 24, 2024 at 11:59 pm on the HSN Careers Website at https://careers.hsnsudbury.ca/.

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KEY FUNCTION: 

Assess the physical function and provide treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of physical dysfunction, injury, or pain to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, augment function, and relieve pain. Provide effective physiotherapy services to patients, while maintaining the standards of practice as issued by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO).

REPORTING: 

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Orthopaedics/Neurosurgery.

DUTIES: 

1. Perform a detailed comprehensive medical history and physical assessment of patients to establish a clinical impression for Physiotherapy intervention as required.
2. Initiate and execute all Physiotherapy treatments related to the clinical impression to deliver patient care within various clinical areas, and perform on-going evaluations to determine when discharge from service is appropriate.
3. Provide coverage for Physiotherapy services within unit and across other clinical areas as defined by the Physiotherapy Professional Council coverage plans.
4. Document assessment, clinical impression, and all related Physiotherapy intervention and patient outcomes in the patient’s medical chart; maintain an accepted standard of documentation for quality assurance as outlined by the CPO and HSN policies.
5. Communicate verbally and through written reports with other health care professionals regarding patient management for clinical problem solving and program development.
6. Develop and implement self-learning objectives, participate in related postgraduate educational opportunities to improve clinical expertise, and integrate new knowledge to enhance patient care.
7. Provide guidance to Physiotherapy assistants and assigned support personnel as required in accordance with the standards defined by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO).
8. Provide theoretical and clinical education and guidance to Physiotherapy students and undergraduate students.
9. Participate on patient care teams and other hospital committees, including Professional Council meetings and committees regarding the development of policies and procedures, forms and audits, and coverage/vacation planning within the professional discipline.
10. Act as a professional resource for internal health care providers and community partners.
11. Perform safety inspections and participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
12. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
13. Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
14. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
15. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
16. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 
17. Perform other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Current Certificate of Registration in good standing with the CPO.
2. Current rostering or intent to roster with the CPO for the authorized acts of Oxygen Administration.
3. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

1. Minimum of six (6) months’ experience working in evidenced-based approach to service delivery.
2. Experience working with post-surgical Orthopaedic and Neurological conditions is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated ability to mentor students and support personnel.
2. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
3. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
4. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
5. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
6. Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
7. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
8. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
2. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
3. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
4. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
5. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
6. Ability to travel between local sites.

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.
 

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