We are looking for a Physiotherapist, with a desire to ensure patients are receiving the optimal care possible with services to improve quality of life, enhance performance and deliver that in conjunction with our team of professionals to provide patient wellness in the most effective and efficient manner possible.
Currently our established clinic of 22 years offers chiropractic/orthotics, naturopathic medicine/acupuncture, osteopathy and registered massage therapy services as well as hot yoga.
You will work with this team and will be the primary for all Workers’ Compensation Board claims. Physiotherapy will function with the philosophy of utilizing our team to facilitate treatment and care of patients.
Physiotherapists perform some or all the following duties:
- Assess patients' physical abilities such as functional ability tests
- Establish treatment goals with patients based on physical diagnoses
- Plan and implement programs of physiotherapy including therapeutic exercise, manipulations, education, the use of electro-therapeutic and other mechanical equipment
- Evaluate effectiveness of treatment plans and modify accordingly
- Communicate with referring physician and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain clinical and statistical records and consult with other health care professionals
- Develop and implement health promotion programs for patients, staff and the community
- May conduct research in physiotherapy
- May provide consulting or education services.
Physiotherapists may focus their practice in areas such as neurology, oncology, rheumatology, orthopedics, obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatrics, in the treatment of patients with cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary disorders, burns or sports injuries or in the field of ergonomics.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- A university degree in physiotherapy and a period of supervised practical training are required.
- A license or registration with a regulatory body is required to practice physiotherapy in all provinces.
- Completion of the Physiotherapy National Exam, administered by the Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulatory Boards, may be required
Application
If you would like to join the Legge Team for this position pleases click here. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
