Physical Therapist Degree Senior

Position #: 9012644

Expected Start Date: TBD - Open Until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Surgical Assessment Centre - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Surgery Specialty Clinic

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physical Therapist - Degree Senior $43.402 to $53.195

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager, The Physical Therapist - Senior will act as the clinical leader for the Saskatchewan Spine Pathway and Saskatchewan Spine Pathway Clinic. The incumbent will provide support and direction to the staff physical therapist(s) as necessary, as well as participating in the assessment, treatment, education and evaluation for Spinal Patients.

The Physical Therapist - Degree - Senior will work closely and collaboratively with the referring Primary Care Practitioner and Spine Surgeons to ensure continuity and high-quality care.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Physical Therapy

Competencies

• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills

Experience

• Two (2) years experience in assessment and treatment of Spinal Patients

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the Four Patterns of Low Back Pain
• Ability to plan, organize/coordinate efforts with other team members
• Ability to employ biopsychosocial approach in provisional care to patients
• Requires coping skills to work w/clients dealing with stress/psychosocial issues
• Flexible and adaptive approach to treatment of complex spinal patients
• ability to communicate effectively with staff, physicians, families.
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as required
• Good working knowledge of the continuum of Spinal Care
• Ability to integrate ideas into a team treatment approach
• Knowledge of community resources

Other Education & Training

• Current CPR Level C is required
• Level 3 Cert. in Advances Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Physiotherapy or greater is preferred

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan College of Physical Therapists (SCPT)

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.