Physiotherapist - Extendicare Red River Place

Job Description

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our HCA team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures and work routines.

This position is for our Extendicare Red River Place Home, located in Selkirk, Manitoba

Available opportunities include: Part-Time; Day/Evening/Night shifts

What you’ll be doing

• Assessment of people with physical dysfunction of the cardio-pulmonary, musculo-skeletal and neurological systems

• Planning and implementation of care plans to improve movement, function, pain, and optimize overall function

• Assignment of duties and supervision of non-regulated rehabilitation providers (e.g., rehabilitation aides and/or occupational therapy/physiotherapy assistants)

• Documentation of assessments and progress in the electronic health record

• Participation in resident and family education, including but not limited to care conferences

• Participation in quality improvement and enhancement initiatives at the home and regional levels (e.g., falls prevention)

• Collaboration with the inter-professional healthcare team, residents and their families to achieve set resident goals and adjust the care plan as needed

• Provide education to the interprofessional team to support evidence-based care

• Participation in the education of health professions students, including preceptorship of physiotherapy and rehabilitation aide students

What you bring

• Two (2) years clinical experience in the relevant clinical area with preference for working with seniors and/or in long-term care

• Entry-to practice degree in physiotherapy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent if internationally educated

• Registered on the practicing roster of the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba and in good standing

• Membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred or willingness to register as a condition of employment

• Knowledge of culturally competent care

• Proficiency in Point Click Care and Microsoft Office applications

• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated effective decision making and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with staff, leaders and external stakeholders

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Excellent work and attendance record

What you’ll get

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

• Employee Family Assistance Program.

• A robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

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When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.