One (1) Full-time Term Physiotherapist, Job offer in Ottawa, Ontario

Job Summary:

The Physiotherapist is responsible for the assessment, treatment, consultation and counseling to clients and their families in the community by: restoring movement/function and pain management; developing personalized exercise programs to develop/restore range of motion, strength, endurance, flexibility and balance; administering chest and cardiac rehabilitation treatments; administering modalities; and prescribing/training clients to use mobility aids, adaptive devices, transfer aids and other equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Assess and treat clients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
• Test and measure the functioning of the musculoskeletal, neurological, pulmonary and cardiovascular systems
• Establish a clinical diagnosis and care plan for the treatment of physical problems
• Document and communicate care plan according to established guidelines and standards
• Measure client’s/family’s progress towards goal achievement using objective measures
• Demonstrate evidence of consultation and negotiation with client/family during delivery of care
• Provide client, family or support personnel with education and training to maximize physical abilities
• Utilize adult learning principals and established teaching materials to educate clients and families
• Identify and utilize appropriate tools and resources to deliver care and manage these responsibly
• Refer client/family to appropriate levels and type of care and community resources as needed
• Promote client-directed care, self-care and independence

Qualifications:

• Registration with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and able to work independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong skills in critical thinking, decision making and analysis
• The ability to work collaboratively with case managers, clients, families and other caregivers to provide service
• Possession of a valid driver’s license, (G2 level) and use of a reliable vehicle
• 2-5 years Clinical practice experience preferred
• ADP Authorizer preferred
• Experience in community health an asset
• Bilingualism is Preferred (French/English)