Clinical Physiotherapist II

1 month ago


St John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada NL Health Services Full time

Job Description

Primary Location: Primary Care Clinic - Mundy Pond(Location: Multi-Site)

Clinical Physiotherapist II (Repost)
(Subject to Classification Review)
Family Care Team East
Primary Health Care Program
Permanent, Full Time
27285POS
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days, evenings, weekends; rotating required) Salary CG-43 ($ $56.13 which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable) Competition Number Posted Date 25 April 2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people.

Job Summary
The Primary Health Care Program is seeking a physiotherapist to fulfill a leadership role for its Family Care Team (FCT). The mission of the FCT is to provide patient-centered, evidence-based, compassionate, comprehensive, sustainable healthcare with excellence in quality, service, and access.

The Physiotherapist II in the primary health care setting will work with clients, caregivers and other team members to identify, achieve and maintain optimal health outcomes. Physiotherapy care may be provided to priority (diverse and vulnerable) populations. Care will be provided face to face and virtually as necessary and appropriate. Clients in primary health care settings have a range of clinical presentations including acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries/disorders, undiagnosed musculoskeletal conditions, frailty, falls, and chronic disease management and prevention. The incumbent will screen and triage physiotherapy referrals; provide exercise prescription and education and assist clients with health care system navigation. The incumbent will play a lead role in building community capacity and the development of primary health care initiatives such as GLA:D and TIME.

Clinical supervision will be provided to Physiotherapist I's, and Physiotherapy Support personnel assigned to the Family Care Team. The PT II will be responsible to precept physiotherapy students and offer other clinical education experiences to students within Eastern Health. It is expected that the PT II will collaborate on evidence informed program planning: development, implementation, evaluation and quality improvement of Family Care Team services. The incumbent must have well developed communication skills to enable program and interprofessional collaboration and cooperation. Well-developed conflict resolution skills are required to resolve staff and client issues as they arise. Multi-site coverage may be required.

The successful incumbent will report to the Division Manager of the Family Care Team East, Primary Health Care Program and will maintain accountability to the Regional Professional Practice Consultant for Physiotherapy for integrity and professional practice issues.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally, there is heavy lifting or physical strength required, over 50 lbs.
Regularly sits, occasionally works in awkward/cramped positions, and stands to facilitate or teach groups.
Fine finger/precision work when on the computer and visual concentration is required when in sessions with patients (i.e. reviewing patient charts/notes, tests and for documenting work, and when reading or researching information).
Auditory concentration is required in sessions with patients to listen attentively, to be alert and to obtain and interpret information correctly. A higher than normal level of attentiveness is required when assessing high risk patients.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized school of Physiotherapy is required.
Registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Physiotherapists (NLCP) is required.
A minimum of three years' experience within the last five working as a Clinical Physiotherapist with an adult orthopedic population is required.
Successful completion of a post entry education course in Orthopedic Level II - Upper and Lower Quadrant treatment (or equivalent as determined by Eastern Health) is required.
Demonstrated effective communication, both verbally and in writing with co-workers, patients and their families in both a one-on-one and/or group environment.
Effectively translated and communicated knowledge in the specialized area of physiotherapy practice to others.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide supervision, coaching, mentorship and training to physiotherapists, physiotherapy support workers and students.
Ability to prioritize caseload and patient needs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of an interprofessional team.
A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver's License and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

*The successful applicant must complete EMR training upon hire.

Open to external applicants

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Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.
Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: or
Email: Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at press 5 then press 2 (long distance outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

**This is a reposted position. If you have already applied your application is on file for consideration.



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