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Job Title: Physiotherapist
Status: Temporary Full Time (~12 months)
Department: Physio: ISU
Program: Medicine
8 Hour Shifts - Days (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500002203

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario in good standing;
• Proven ability to develop and deliver education programs utilizing adult education principles;
• Experience with the assessment and treatment of a Stroke population required;
• Proven ability to plan and recommend continued self-care programs for the client;
• Demonstrated experience with and the use of supplemental oxygen therapy preferred;
• Demonstrated experience in the treatment of patients with multiple physical impairments and a variety of chronic diseases, preferred;
• Proven ability to lift, turn, transfer patients both manually and with mechanical aids;
• Proven working knowledge of personal computers, utilizing Microsoft Office software;
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, prioritization, problem-solving and case management skills;
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills and conflict management skills;
• Current CPR certification;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have a satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health’s comprehensive safety; and
  programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area

Under the direction of the Patient Care Manager, and working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Physiotherapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development and execution of treatment plans. He/she develops and delivers formal patient education within the Integrated Stroke Unit. He/she documents all aspects of patient care, actively participates in patient care meetings and maintains relevant statistics. He/she will participate in program development, evaluation and with education activities as determined by the service. Other related duties as required. Weekend scheduling may be required.