Physiotherapist (Post-acute Care Rehabilitation)

TORONTO GRACE HEALTH CENTRE: Join our Team!

The Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) provides specialized care and services to those individuals who require Complex Continuing Care, Post Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, and Transitional Care. The care and services provided at TGHC help facilitate the patient flow through the health care system and ensures recovery to those individuals who may return to their homes or to Long Term Care (LTC) facilities in their communities.

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

Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation (PACR)

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Allied Health, the 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.

The Post-Acute Care Rehabilitation (PACR) program provides 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 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 to jobs@torontograce.org by referencing #12192024 Physiotherapist - Full Time. Please visit our website to 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.

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