Physiotherapist - Hamilton, Canada - Hamilton Health Sciences

Description

Unit Summary

4 West Inpatient Unit (cardiology and vascular surgery) is comprised of 33 inpatient beds and provides cardiac and vascular care, including 2 step-down units and telemetry monitoring. Early cardiac rehabilitation and post surgical education are provided in preparation for discharge.

As a vital member of the healthcare team, the physiotherapist coordinates, assesses and evaluates patient care and provides physiotherapy care to meet the needs of vascular surgery patients. The physiotherapist collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in providing Phase 1 rehabilitation and education to patients and families. The physiotherapist functions as an integral member of the Physiotherapy Cardio-Vascular team providing services to 4 West and CCU.
The physiotherapist is proactively involved in discharge planning collaborating with interprofessional team members and community agencies. The physiotherapist practices in accordance with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario Standards of Practice and Guidelines and according to Hamilton Health Science Policies and Procedures. The physiotherapist utilizes a patient and family centered care approach and incorporates best available evidence into practice.
The physiotherapist participates and provides clinical education to physiotherapy students and others through preceptor, tutor and/or clinical lecturer activities. In addition to providing clinical care, the physiotherapist actively participates in continuing professional development opportunities, professional practice and program committees and/initiatives that support patient care clinical practice, education and research as approved by Clinical Manager in conjunction with the Chief of Practice

days, weekends

1. Graduate of an approved university graduate level physiotherapy program (BScPT, MSc. PT) or equivalent
2. Current Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
3. Well developed physiotherapy assessment and treatment skills relevant to acute care cardio-vascular surgery and
acute care cardiology patient populations
4. Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal skills and effective discharge planning skills and knowledge of
community resources and supports
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
6. Participation in continuing education in order to upgrade skills and keep abreast of new developments within cardiovascular
and cardiology clinical practice areas
7. Demonstrated ability to work in a changing environment with high productivity, organizational and flexibility demands
with solid clinical reasoning and caseload management skills
8. BCLS or Equivalent

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at , Ext for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset