Physiotherapist - Critical Care Unit, PTT (J0126-0452)

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

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Position Summary

Physiotherapist, Critical Care Unit
The practice of physiotherapy is the assessment of physical function and the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of physical dysfunction, injury or pain, to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment function or to relieve pain. You have the ability to assess and analyze clinical findings and utilize evidence-base practice where available in order to carry out accepted techniques and develop treatment plans appropriate for patients’ condition, and to change and terminate treatment when necessary. You have superior communication and interpersonal skills, effortlessly connecting with physicians, staff, patients, and families, and display a high degree of professionalism, with the ability to work independently, in small groups and in a team environment. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers , learners, patients and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Provide patient care following current accepted standards of practice and principles of physiotherapy in the assessment, treatment and education of patients, and maintain liaison with other members of the health care team concerning the progress and discharge of patients
  
• Maintain current written assessment and progress notes on patient health records, and communicate with other health care team members as required
  
• Carry out administrative duties consisting of: keeping statistics of productivity, ensuring patient and staff safety, attending staff meetings, involvement in program development and implementation, quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities
  
• Assess and analyze clinical findings in order to develop treatment plans appropriate for a patient’s conditions, and to change and terminate treatment when necessary
  
• Safely implement commonly accepted physiotherapy techniques relevant to a patient’s condition utilizing evidence-based practices
  
• Provide educational programs for hospital staff and groups in the community. Supervise physiotherapy support personnel such as the Rehabilitation Assistant, physiotherapy students and interns
  
• Engage in ongoing professional development such as in-service education, post-graduate education and literature review
  
• Engage in patient and family education as appropriate
  
• Administer statistics of productivity, ensuring patient and staff safety, track involvement in program development and implementation, quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities
  
• Use evidence-based/best practice guidelines in developing appropriate physiotherapy care plans as well as in developing policies and procedures aligned with the organization’s strategic direction
  
• Supports the hospital’s mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation

Qualifications

• As required by the CPO: a degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized academic institution, Masters of Science in Physiotherapy preferred
  
• Registered member in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO)
  
• CPO Rostered for the controlled acts of Tracheal suctioning and Administering a substance by inhalation is strongly preferred
  
• Acute care experience including respiratory conditions is required
  
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGHmeans working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part-Time Temporary position (6 Months), with 8 hours shifts, day shifts, including weekends in the Critical Care Unit (CrCU). We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan. #INDHP #LI-BRI

How to Apply

Think you're the right person for the job? Here's your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.