Chiropodist - Nephrology - Pft - Tgh - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

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Description

Registered Chiropodist
Posting #: 917962

Site:
Toronto General Hospital and Dialysis satellites

Department:
Allied Health - Nephrology

Reports To:
Manager

Scale/Grade:
D0:05

Salary Range:
$ $42.33 (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, days and evening shift; Monday to Friday.

Status:
Permanent full time

Posted Date:
April 20, 2023

Closing Date:
Until Filled

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Position Summary
The Nephrology program provides comprehensive care to patients with kidney disease.

The chiropodist, by participating in client-centered care provided by the various nephrology clinics and dialysis units, and through education and awareness promotes foot health.

As an integral member of the inter-professional team, the chiropodist provides assessment of the foot and the treatment and prevention of diseases, disorders or dysfunctions of the foot by therapeutic, palliative and routine foot care.

(Currently anyone requiring orthotic devices needs referral to an external clinic).

Mobile chiropody services are available to patients during hemodialysis, in the in-centre, home hemodialysis and dialysis start units.

Conventional clinic services are provided in the Chiropodist's clinic room for other out-patients of the Nephrology program, including Multi Care Kidney Clinic, Renal Specialty clinics, dialysis satellite patients and any nephrology patient requiring more invasive procedures not possible during a mobile visit.

Qualifications

At minimum, a completion of postgraduate Chiropody program, or recognized equivalent
Current registration with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario required
Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.)
Two (2) years related experience
Working with diverse multicultural, socially and economically stratified populations
Community experience an asset
Experience working with medically compromised clients (e.g. Diabetes, CVD, etc.); knowledge and experience in wound care, biomechanics, and diabetic foot.
Ability to work independently and interdependently as a member of an interdisciplinary team
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to build and maintain departmental linkages
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
Customer service oriented with the ability to use tact, judgment and diplomacy when dealing with patient needs
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation required
Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (W.H.M.I.S.)
Fine motor dexterity

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
Wellness services & offerings
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, onsite gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment