Chiropodist Research Coordinator

Job Number: JR103573

Job Title: Chiropodist Research Coordinator

Job Category: Professional

Hospital Location: General Site

**Job Type**: Temporary (Fixed Term), Full time

Contract Duration: 24 months

Number of Positions: 1

Union:
Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $44.51 - $51.598

Hours: Days

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our work led by the Organizational Development and Diversity Department on our Leading edge Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar and our innovative Health Equity Certificate programs. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 Learn more at

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Job Description:
Job Description:
As a key member of the Scarborough Health Network hemodialysis care team, the chiropodist will work on the hemodialysis unit(s) to provide preventative foot screening and active care of foot pathology to all chronic hemodialysis unit patients. The chiropody role is funded as part of a research study supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. The goal of the study is to understand whether chiropody care on dialysis units reduces the risk of foot complications among people on chronic hemodialysis.

Roles and Responsibilities:

- Deliver patient care on the hemodialysis units of Scarborough Health Network in accordance with all hospital policies
- Full scope of practice according to the standards of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario
- Deliver preventative and active foot care aligned with training and practice guidelines of Diabetes Canada, Wounds Canada and the International Working Group on the Diabetic Foot.
- Implement and deliver periodic (every 6 weeks) foot screening for all chronic hemodialysis unit patients
- Provide education to patients and their caregivers on foot health
- Provide education to the interprofessional hemodialysis unit care team on preventative foot care and the treatment of foot complications
- Provide education to staff so that they are aware of the Chiropody Research Coordinator role
- Ensure staff and patients are engaged and aware of the ENABLE study and its purpose and that staff are provided support and direction on their role in supporting the study protocol
- Maintain accurate clinical care records of all patient encounters as per hospital policy.
- Work with the interprofessional hemodialysis unit care team to standardize the care plan for patients identified with an active foot complication
- Recognize patients having conditions beyond their scope of practice and, in consultation with hemodialysis unit care team, implement an escalation of care plan including investigations, treatment and referral to other health care professionals (e.g. vascular surgery, infectious disease)

Qualifications:

- Undergraduate degree
- A graduate of a recognized Chiropody or Podiatric Medicine program
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Chiropodist of Ontario
- Practicing Chiropodist
- Experience in the area of advanced wound care
- Experience working with a variety of populations (e.g. seniors, newcomers, LGBTQ+, individuals with chronic and acute conditions, Indigenous peoples)
- Work effectively, both independently and as part of an inter-disciplinary team
- Working knowledge of these tools: Virtual Learning Platforms - Zoom and MS Teams
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey information and ideas
- Research knowledge and/or involvement in research
- Experience with electronic medical record systems
- Ability travel to satellite hemodialysis unit sites within the Scarborough Health Network (Yee Hong, 78 Corporate Drive, Centenary Site)
- Ability to work 1 evening per week is considered an asset but not required
- Accommodation and Diversity Statement:_
- Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike._
- 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 for employment without regar