Physiotherapist 2L Medicine

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:

• Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) for practice in all applicable clinical areas
• Must hold a Master’s Degree (or substantial equivalent) in Physiotherapy
• Current BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)
• As required by the program, must be rostered (or willing to roster prior to the end of the probationary period) with the CPO to perform the following activity: Administering a Substance by Inhalation
• 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 skill
• Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care
• Demonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.