Physiotherapist (RFT 1.0 FTE) - Ottawa, Canada - The Royal Mental Health Centre

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    Duties

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  • Evaluate clients to identify physical strengths and dysfunction and to determine movement potential
  • Determine functional goals for patient based on problems identified
  • Formulate treatment plan and continually reassess effectiveness
  • Document in accordance with the standards of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and in compliance with The Royal documentation standards.
  • Responsible for supervision the following staff assigned to the Geriatric program:Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant; Students; and Volunteers
  • Familiar with PHIPA Act
  • Responsible for establishing and conducting educational programs for hospital staff, clients, and families
  • Attend and actively participate in meetings and discipline specific committees (. Falls prevention Committee, Safe Patient Handling)
  • Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.
  • Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal's Respectful Workplace policy.
  • Qualifications:
  • Masters and/or Bachelor's Degree in Physiotherapy
  • Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
  • Physiotherapy experience, preferably in Geriatrics.
  • Knowledge of Mental Health Act and other relevant legislation.
  • Sound understanding of the effects of physical aging and disease, dementia and responsive behaviours as well as an understanding of areas of vulnerability for this population.
  • Bilingual (French/English) is mandatory.English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. French level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension and expression.
  • Salary Range: 40.36 to 56.30 per hour