Advanced Practice Physiotherapist, Orthopedic Joint Assessment Centre

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health honours the traditional territory of the closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas (chi-puh-waas) of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The Haudenosaunee (Ho-de-no-shau-nee) and Anishinaabe (Ah-nish-in-ah-beh) have lived, worked and existed on this land from time immemorial. This land is covered by Treaty 13 signed with the Mississaugas of the Credit, and the Williams Treaty signed with many Mississauga and Chippewa bands.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage.
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard.
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.

What we are looking for:

The practice of advanced physiotherapy is the assessment of physical function and the treatment, and prevention of physical dysfunction, injury or pain, to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment function or to relieve pain. In this position, the physiotherapist will be functioning as an advanced practitioner who will practice as an interprofessional member alongside surgeons, radiologists and other members of the health team. The physiotherapist will be working independently and with surgeons to identify and assess diseased joints while making recommendations for future options for the patient.

Work schedule:

The successful candidate will be available to work 7.5-hour day shifts, Monday to Friday.

Please note, schedule may change based on occupational needs.

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

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Range: $ $62.56

• Provides patient care following current accepted standards of practice and principles of physiotherapy in the assessment, treatment and education of patients, and maintains liaison with other members of the health care team concerning the progress of patients.
• Independent and collaborative patient care such as radiographic (x-ray) knowledge and ability to read an x-ray.
• Carries out administrative duties consisting of: keeping statistics of productivity, ensuring patient and staff safety, attending staff meetings, involvement in program development and implementation, quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Maintains liaison and team approach with other members of the team.
• Case manages and provides patient care following current accepted standards of practice and principles of physiotherapy in the assessment and education of patients.
• Maintains personal professional growth through in-service education and literature review.
• Involvement in program development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives and quality assurance activities.
• Assumes a leadership role in influencing clinical practice and patient outcomes and collaborates with health care team and community partners regarding complex and challenging patient care situations.

• Undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent.
• Completion of a Master of Science in Physiotherapy preferred.
• Certificate of Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Completion of ACPAC (Advanced Clinical Practitioner of Arthritis Care) preferred.
• Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
• Minimum 5 years of experience, working closely with Orthopaedic Surgeons in the care of post-operative and pre-operative Orthopaedic patients.
• Specialized training by orthopaedic surgeons to develop knowledge and skill in identifying types and stages of hip and knee joint diseases, shoulder, ankle and foot injury or diseases.
• Specialized training by radiologists to determine on x-ray, stages and types of abnormal hip, knee, shoulder, ankle and foot joints and arthritis.
• Ability to assess and analyse clinical findings in order to develop treatment plans appropriate for the patient's condition.
• Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplinary health care team.
• Orthopaedic and/or chronic musculo-skeletal assessment experience.
• Experience conducting research an asset.
• Bilingualism in French/English an asset.
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario's leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two sites (Markham and Uxbridge) and Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children's services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

COVID Statement

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required). In order to provide you with fair & equitable accommodation, you must submit supporting medical exemption documentation or an affidavit detailing why your religion prohibits you from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.

Oak Valley Health diversity statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada's most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

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