Physiotherapist
- Borden, ON, Canada
$47-$52 per hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $47-$52 per hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Must possess a minimum of 1 year of experience working in orthopedics or sports medicine and either Manual Therapy Level 1 or McKenzie Part A
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Position Overview
Calian Health Services is seeking a full-time Physiotherapist for the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre in Borden 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.
Responsibilities
- Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation interventions using evidence-based approaches and best practices in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and scope of practice
- Carry a full orthopedic caseload of 12-15 patients per day and on average 8 new assessments per week and typically 2 follow up appointments per hour. This may include 60 minutes charting time if required, provided the 12-15 patients per day range is still attained,
- Provide assessment and treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions resulting mainly from sports and training injuries as well as work injuries and accidents
- Obtain and document informed patient consent for assessment and treatment through an accurate explanation and instruction
- Provide screening assessments, education and orthoses recommendations in a direct access setting such as CDU walk-ins
- Prescribe exercises to optimally rehabilitate and prevent injuries and promote fitness
- Provide manual therapy and soft tissue techniques for neuro- musculoskeletal conditions, scar tissue, muscle tension, circulatory disorders and lymphatic problems
- Utilize pain management techniques that may include acupuncture (needling below the dermis);
- Provide ergonomics education including the provision of on-site assessments in the patient’s workplace
- Provide physiotherapy related education to patients and members of the health care team in topics such as injury prevention and health promotion issues
- Perform Biomechanical Foot Assessments including orthotics fitting and fabrication
- 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
- Participate in ongoing management of patient care by presenting cases during inter-disciplinary meetings, attending clinical rounds, conducting patient conferences, and in scheduling additional follow-up care
- Perform daily clinical documentation for all patient interactions in accordance with CF and provincial regulatory body clinical documentation and record keeping requirements
- Current license in good standing from the province of Ontario
- Must possess a minimum of 1 year of experience working in orthopedics or sports medicine and either Manual Therapy Level 1 or McKenzie Part A
- Valid certificate of Standard First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) to Healthcare Provider or equivalent such as Cardio- pulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator (CPA/AED) Level C
$47-$52 per hour
Vacancy
We have 2 available positions.
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Responsibilities
Assess and treat orthopedic and neuro-musculoskeletal conditions, provide rehabilitation interventions, prescribe exercises, and deliver related services such as manual therapy, pain management, ergonomics education, and orthotics recommendations. Document patient care and collaborate with the healthcare team on case reviews, clinical rounds, follow-up care, and rehabilitation programs.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a current Ontario license in good standing and have at least one year of orthopedic or sports medicine experience. They must also have Manual Therapy Level 1 or McKenzie Part A, plus valid Standard First Aid and Basic Life Support certification for healthcare providers or an equivalent certification.
Skills
- Physiotherapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Sports Injury Treatment
- Neuro-Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Manual Therapy
- Exercise Prescription
- Pain Management
- Acupuncture
- Ergonomics
- Orthotics Fitting
- Biomechanical Foot Assessment
- Patient Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Informed Consent
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Sports & Recreation
Keywords
- Physiotherapy
- Canadian Armed Forces
- Department of National Defence
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Rehabilitation
- Manual Therapy Level 1
- McKenzie Part A
- Standard First Aid
- Basic Life Support
- CPR/AED Level C
- Acupuncture
- Orthoses
- Orthotics
- Biomechanical Foot Assessment
- Ergonomics
- Pain Management
- Injury Prevention
- Patient Consent
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Meetings
- Proprioceptive Rehabilitation
- Back Pain Self-Management