VHA's Physiotherapist is responsible for providing physiotherapy consultation, assessment and planned interventions for diverse client groups across Southern Ontario and the Capital region, referred through VHA Rehab Solutions and Champlain Rehab Solutions. The physiotherapist will work within a continuous quality improvement framework that reflects VHA's vision and mission of services. To promote and maintain good public relations with clients, customers and VHA staff, volunteers and associates.
Key Areas of AccountabilityVHA's Physiotherapist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:
- Assesses clients using interviews, standardized and informal assessment techniques in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA.
- Implements client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client's integrated care plan.
- Ensures that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measured.
- Attends client related meetings to report on assessment findings and discuss plans for intervention, progress reports and discharge as required.
- Ensures coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client's team regarding plans and schedules for interventions.
- Documents all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required b the profession, referral source and the organization.
- Prepare statistical records of client care and related activities as required by VHA, the Ministry of Health and other agencies.
- Adheres to the code of ethics of the profession, in maintaining standards of practice for the profession as defined by the Ontario College of Physiotherapists.
Required Qualifications:- Baccalaureate or Masters degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized school of physiotherapy.
- Registered, in good standing, with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
- Minimum of 2 years clinical experience, preferably in the community.
- Specialized courses to support areas of clinical expertise.
- Clinical expertise to provide a variety of physiotherapy interventions.
- Knowledge of community care requirements and resources available.
- Excellent consultation and teaching skills, and utilizes an evidence base to clinical practice.
- Familiar with the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measures to support clinical interventions.
What makes VHA's compensation unique?- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events
How to Apply?Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.
Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We'll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.
