Part-Time Chiropodist

Humber River Family Health Team

Job Posting: Part-Time Chiropodist

Hours: 1-2 Days a week

About the Organization

The Humber River Family Health Team (HRFHT) is a non-profit organization providing interdisciplinary, patient-centered primary care with the goal of optimizing individual and family health within the community.

We provide comprehensive primary health care, including chronic disease management, health promotion, and disease prevention, to a rostered population of patients in the northwest sub-region of the Greater Toronto Area. Our interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals works collaboratively to deliver high-quality, patient-centered, respectful, and inclusive care.

About the Position

As a key member of the Humber River Family Health Team (HRFHT), and an integral part of an Interprofessional health care team, the chiropodist will provide a full range of quality foot care to all HRFHT patients. The range of services includes active treatment of acute pathological foot conditions, surgical procedures, and preventive & palliative foot care.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Clinically:

• Assessment of foot disorders or dysfunctions and treatment of the same, therapeutic, orthotic or palliative means.
• Differentiating between disorders of the foot arising from systemic or general disease and those arising from local, structural and/or functional disorders.
• Recognizing patients having conditions beyond their scope of practice and referring to other appropriate health care professionals (e.g. primary care provider).
• Designing and implementing a management plan based on presenting conditions and the patient's individual needs. The Chiropodist will reinforce and encourage patient responsibility and participation in the management plan.
• Communicating foot health education in a variety of settings to patients, Interprofessional health care professionals (IHPs) or other concerned individuals.
• Ensuring appropriate antiseptic techniques, safe procedures and isolation practices are maintained in the clinical and/or surgical setting; and provide a safe environment for patients, practitioners and others in the clinic.

Administrative Duties

• Plans for future clinics need to ensure that HRFHT clinical goals and objectives are met and ensure that HRFHT mission and vision statements are at the core of service delivery.
• Ensures safe working practices and that all clinical equipment is in satisfactory operating condition.
• Maintains and upgrades knowledge and skills regarding new procedures, methods and equipment through attendance at relevant seminars and educational programs, prepares quarterly reports, and monitors daily statistical data.
• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of chronic disease and health promotion and illness prevention programs and services.

Reporting to: Supervisor, Clinical Services

Qualifications and Competencies:

• B.Sc. and licensing/registration by the College of Chiropodists of Ontario.
• Additional training or knowledge in the areas of chronic disease management and geriatrics is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Work effectively, both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proven flexibility and ability to adapt to change.
• Computer skills. Experience with EMR is an asset.

Remuneration

• Hourly Rate: $47.24 per hour
• This is a part-time role for 1-2 days a week
• This role is not eligible for the extended benefits or pension plan associated with permanent positions.

How to Apply

Please forward your resume to , quoting "HRFHT Part-Time Chiropodist" in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline: Until the position is filled

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

The Humber River Family Health Team remains committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We are actively seeking applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities.

Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process for applicants who meet the bona fide requirements of the position. Please indicate any accommodation needs when contacted.