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Erie Shores HealthCare is a 58-bed acute care community hospital serving the southernmost part of Canada. Our 110,000-person catchment area includes the communities of Leamington, Kingsville, Essex, Amherstburg, Belle River, and Wheatley.

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Applications are now being accepted for two Part-Time Physiotherapists. The successful applicants willbe required to work 0700-1500 Monday to Sunday, including holidays. The commitment to this position is37.5 hours per bi-weekly pay period. Reporting to the Operations Manager, Medical Surgical, Rehab &Allied Health, the Physiotherapist will, in conjunction with the patient: assess, plan treatment, set goals,treat and educate patient and family in matters related to physiotherapy.

Job Functions

• Adhere to policies and procedures established for the assigned department while supporting theMission, Vision and Values of Erie Shores Healthcare
• Demonstrates an understanding of the Regulated Health Professions Act 1991 (RHPA), and itsrequirements
• Maintain the confidentiality of all patient information
• Receive physician/nurse practitioner referral for inpatients and or patients in EmergencyDepartment
• Independently assess, plan treatment, set goals, treat, and educate patient and family in mattersrelated to physiotherapy
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings
• Maintain clinical and statistical records
• Handle individual caseload of patients on unit
• Ensure skills are current through continuing education
• Participate in the orientation of new employees
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy from an accredited School of Rehabilitationrequired
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required
• 2 years recent clinical experience in rehabilitation preferred
• Proficient knowledge of Physiotherapy scope of practice with demonstrated clinical judgment,critical thinking and ability to utilize a holistic approach
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage clinical caseload demands
• Strong leadership qualities
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a wide variety of stake-holder groups includingclients, families, teams, leadership and others within the circle of care
• Knowledge and demonstrated skills in safe lifting and transfer techniques to assist with clienttransfers
• General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position, ex. abilityto lift, carry and tolerate prolonged periods of walking and standing

Erie Shores HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations available on request in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under ESHC’s Accommodation Policy.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

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