Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full Time

POSITION OVERVIEW

Calian Health Services is seeking a Physiotherapist for the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre in Greenwood to provide comprehensive consultation, assessment, and treatment in both the physiotherapy section, by booked appointment and walk-ins, and the Care Delivery Unit (CDU) via sick parade and/or consultation, as part of the collaborative practice model. They can benefit by treating clients who are generally very fit and motivated towards their recovery.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a minimum of 7 years of experience working in orthopedics or sports medicine and either a Diploma of Advanced Orthopedic Manual and Manipulative Therapy or a Diploma of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (McKenzie)
• Current licensure in good standing from the Nova Scotia College of Physiotherapists

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level

• Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation interventions using evidence-based approaches and best practices in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and scope of practice
• Provide assessment and treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions resulting mainly from sports and training injuries as well as work injuries and accidents
• Provide manual therapy and soft tissue techniques for neuro- musculoskeletal conditions, scar tissue, muscle tension, circulatory disorders and lymphatic problems
• Provide physiotherapy related education to patients and members of the health care team in topics such as injury prevention and health promotion issues
• Contribute to the design, preparation and provision of programs integral to the operation of the physiotherapy clinic as a member of the healthcare team for the purpose of education and rehabilitation such as programs specializing in proprioceptive rehabilitation, reintegration, or back pain self-management