Physical Therapist - Guelph, Canada - InsideHigherEd

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    Physical Therapist (TERM)

    Date Posted: 04/09/2024

    Req ID: 36846

    Faculty/Division: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed.

    Department: Faculty of Kinesiology & Physl Ed

    Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

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    About us: The University of Toronto's Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education is globally recognized for developing and advancing knowledge about the interactions of physical activity and health through outstanding undergraduate and graduate education programs, cutting-edge research and the delivery of sport, recreation and high performance athletic opportunities for students, staff, faculty and community members across the three campuses. In achieving this vision, the Faculty is guided by values of integrity, respect, equity and diversity

    Your opportunity: The David L. MacIntosh Sport Medicine Clinic provides services to students, other members of the University, and the public, including, but not limited to, intercollegiate and international-calibre athletes. The staff of the Clinic provides preventive and therapeutic sport medicine services at the clinic and at athletic events. The clinic staff provide patient care as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes certified athletic therapists, registered physical therapists, registered sport massage therapists, sport physicians, orthopedic surgeons, receptionists and a clinic manager. Under the general supervision of the Head Therapist and the Clinic Manager, the incumbent will provide Clinical Therapy Services and Intercollegiate Team Care.

    Your responsibilities will include:

    • Providing manual physical health assessments and treatments in accordance with professional standards
    • Providing health counselling on specific injuries and general health advice
    • Developing and implementing an individualized therapeutic approach to address client needs
    • Providing on-field triage and support to medical professionals as required
    • Coordinating patient care with advanced care medical professionals
    • Recommending preventative measures and evaluating risk factors to ensure safety
    • Providing feedback to students on their performance during practical exercises based on observation

    Essential Qualifications:

    • Masters of Physical Therapy (MScPT) and registered Physical therapist in the province of Ontario
    • Minimum three years experience in a multi-disciplinary sport medicine clinic, and/or in a clinic specializing in musculo-skeletal health care
    • Experience in sport field care at an elite or high performance level
    • First Responder Certification
    • Strong organizational, teamwork, and interpersonal skills are required
    • Strong communication skills, both oral and written, are essential
    • Computer literacy is required

    Assets (Nonessential):

    • Advanced Diploma of Manual & Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT)
    • Sport Physiotherapy Canada Certificate or Diploma

    To be successful in this role you will be:

    • Motivated self-learner
    • Multi-tasker
    • Organized
    • Possess a positive attitude
    • Responsible
    • Team player

    Closing Date: 04/21/2024, 11:59PM ET

    Employee Group: USW

    Appointment Type : Budget - Term

    Schedule: Full-Time - this is a 10 month term position ending in April 2025

    Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 14 -- $88,290 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $112,911. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

    Job Category: Athletics

    Lived Experience Statement

    Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

    All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

    Diversity Statement

    The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see

    Accessibility Statement

    The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

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