PT-Physiotherapist | Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

Grand River Hospital • Part-time • Kitchener, Ontario, Canada • C$ 85.23k - C$ 105.60k / year • 2w ago

We currently have opportunities for Physiotherapist!

Location:

WRHN @ Chicopee (formerly Grand River Hospital, Freeport Campus)

WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW Campus)

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Summary:

As a member of a multi-disciplinary Collaborative Practice Team, the physiotherapist provides assessment and treatment within their full professional scope to achieve patient directed goals, improve quality of life, and assist with discharge planning. The successful candidate will participate in program planning/development; professional and hospital initiatives supporting quality management and research; supervision of therapy assistants; mentoring of colleagues and students; and assist with coverage across other clinical areas as required. This position supports coverage of scheduled days off for full-time staff working weekends, pre-scheduled weekends, and availability preferred for additional coverage shifts at the Chicopee.

Position Requirements:

Registered and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
A minimum of two years hospital related experience preferred
A minimum of two years hospital related experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, problem solve and respond to competing, unscheduled demands.
Knowledge of relevant legislation and community resources as well as an understanding of the discharge planning process required.
Demonstrated ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication, organization, and time management skills.
Experience and skill in complex decision making processes, advancing best practice initiatives, and exploration of innovative models of care.
Proven experience in self-directed learning and peer evaluation processes.
Ability to provide coverage throughout the organization as required.

At WRHN we support our Team Members with:

A thorough onboarding and orientation program

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Access to our Ongoing Education Fund

Career mentorship

Wellness programs

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.