QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Must possess MSc[PT] or equivalent with Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing
• Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• One to two years of general acute care physiotherapy experience required; oncology preferred
• Demonstrated well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Established well-developed time management, prioritization and organizational skills
• Member of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred

The Physiotherapist is responsible for:

• Patient Assessment and intervention, including recommendations for follow-up as required [i.e. Home Care Program, community or rehabilitation resources]
• Expert Physiotherapy resource for staff, students and other health care providers
• Contributor/active member of the multi-professional health care team in Oncology
• Participation in appropriate committees pertaining to the operation of the Oncology Unit
• Active participation in discipline-specific activities of Physiotherapy, including the provision of clinical and educational in-services within Physiotherapy Services
• Supervision of Physiotherapy students on a regular basis
• Ongoing involvement in research activities, and use of outcome measures related to the Patient Services Unit and the client population served