Physiotherapist- Mobile Health Unit – Interprofessional Practice – Temporary Full-Time (Until approx. October 2021)

Job title: Physiotherapist- Mobile Health Unit – Interprofessional Practice – Temporary Full-Time (Until approx. October 2021)

Company: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Job description: Apply for position Physiotherapist- Mobile Health Unit – Interprofessional Practice – Temporary Full-Time (Until approx. October 2021) (211352) Toronto, ON, CA Posted: 4/9/2021 3:47:32 PM

We currently have a Temporary Full-Time (Until approx. October 2021) opportunities for a Physiotherapist- Mobile Health Unit in the Interprofessional Practice department at our Bayview Campus.

Hours of Work:

Weekday: Day; 8hrs; As per schedule

Summary of Duties

We currently have a Temporary Full Time opportunity for a Physiotherapist to cross cover Acute Care areas as part of the Resource Team at Sunnybrook.

The Resource Team physiotherapist (PT) is a new and innovative position at Sunnybrook designed to give the PT a broad range of skills and knowledge to practice in a number of specialties within acute care areas. In response to the COVID 19 pandemic we are specifically seeking a physiotherapist who will also work, if required, in our new provincially sponsored Mobile Health Unit (MHU) or temporary field hospital. It is an ideal opportunity for a physiotherapist looking to work in acute care across multiple programs or to explore other career paths. The Resource Team is an exciting and dynamic environment for PT staff, offering support through a variety of continuing education, career laddering and professional development opportunities at Sunnybrook.

The Resource Team PT will be deployed to various unit/s in response to changing patient and staffing needs. S/he will be a champion in promoting excellent patient care while also demonstrating exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. S/he will participate in professional development and reflective practice as well as quality improvement initiatives in the organization. The Resource Team PT will be a part of the inter-professional team providing care that supports the principles of Person-Centered Care and the vision, mission and values of SHSC.

• Responsible for providing person-centred patient assessments and interventions in collaboration with the interprofessional team, including recommendations for follow-up as required [i.e. Home Care Program, community or rehabilitation resources].
• Actively participates in inter-professional team activities such as team meetings, clinical rounds, team huddles and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participates in continuing professional development activities including the provision of clinical and educational in-services that fosters ongoing learning, professionalism, interprofessional collaborations, and best practices in physiotherapy
• Is an expert resource for; staff, students, and other health care providers related to physiotherapy
• Practices in accordance with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario standards of practice.

Qualifications/Skills

• MSc(PT) or equivalent
• Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Rostered with the College of Physiotherapists Of Ontario for Tracheal Suctioning and Administering a Substance by Inhalation
• One to two years of general acute care physiotherapy experience preferred
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families and coworkers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Demonstrated interest in personal and professional development

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter (in one document) quoting 211352 to:

Human Resources
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

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Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

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Location: Toronto, ON

Job date: Sun, 11 Apr 2021 22:15:59 GMT