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TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: JOIN OUR TEAM!
The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides specialized care and services to individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Wound Care, Respiratory Therapy, and Transitional & Remote Care. The care and services provided at TGHC helps facilitate patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery so our patients can return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities. TGHC operates in 3 sites – the Main site (Church& Bloor St), Harbour Lights (Queen & Jarvis Street) houses and a Specialized Care Centre (Finch& McNicoll)
As a compassionate, caring and influential team member, you will make a personal difference in the quality of life of our patients. If you want to work in an environment where every face is familiar and where care and commitment flow to patients and staff equally, join our team and become part of the Toronto Grace family.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Full Time
Closing date: November 4, 2022
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, Physiotherapist is responsible for the provision of holistic patient centered care in accordance with the standards of practice of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. The Physiotherapist is responsible for assessment, implementation and evaluation of treatment interventions, discharge planning and/or other services for assigned patient care unit(s) and/or programs.
TGHCPost-Acute Care Rehabilitation (PACR) and Complex Continuing Care (CCC) programs provide care for individuals with medically complex conditions and multifaceted chronic diseases who require integrated, comprehensive, low-tolerance, and long-duration rehab interventions. The aim of the service is to assist the patient to achieve the optimum level of mobility and physical functioning in order to improve quality of life.
Within the vision, mission and values of the Toronto Grace Health Centre, she/he assumes a leadership role in developing partnerships with patients, families and health care professionals to ensure optimal care delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of patient care utilizing current physiotherapy best practices guidelines and the principles of patient-centered care, in accordance with the standards of practice, regulations, and ethics of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
- Develops, implements, and modifies the individualized care plan which is goal-directed, evidence-based and outcome-oriented, based on physiotherapy assessment findings, response to treatment, and patient goals.
- Evaluates the individualized care plan through discussion with the patient and/or family and in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team on an ongoing basis.
- Supervises Physiotherapist Assistants and assigns interventions to the Assistants based on their knowledge, judgment, and skill level while retaining overall accountability for care given in accordance with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards.
- Provides supervision to Physiotherapy students and volunteers in accordance with the Standards of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
- Acts as resource and advocates for patients and families and colleagues.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Completion of a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Physiotherapy or recognized equivalent.
· Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing.
· Current Basic Cardiopulmonary Life Saving course.
· Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Demonstrated critical thinking skills/problem-solving skills.
· Two years inpatient hospital experience in physiotherapy practice preferred.
· Previous experience working with adults with complex needs.
· Experience in the assessment and treatment of ABI CCC, critical care, cardio-respiratory and/or ICU, acute neurological and orthopaedic, general medicine, experience an asset.
· Complies with the standards, codes and regulations of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and with the legislation in the Regulated Health Professions Act.
· Excellent time management skills and demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
· Demonstrated computer skills knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook
· Excellent attendance record.
· Must have the physical strength, flexibility and endurance to perform the role as determined by the physical needs of the position based on assessment conducted by Occupational Health Services.
Qualified candidates may apply to:
To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter by visiting our career website and referencing #10232022 – PHYSIOTHERAPIST FULL TIME and learn more about the rewards of building a career at the Toronto Grace Health Centre : www.torontograce.org. We are a “Great Place to Work”. Toronto Grace Health Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please notify the Human Resources Department.
The Salvation Army Toronto Grace Health Centre has been accredited with commendation in 2021 by Accreditation Canada
Thank you for your interest in The Toronto Grace Health Centre. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Our Core values: Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Committed, Cooperation and Celebration
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Physiotherapist (required)
Application deadline: 2022-10-31
