Job Description

Location: Location outside of Eastern Health

Clinical Physiotherapist I (REPOST)
Children and Women's Health Program - Neuro Outreach
Temporary, Full Time (Until June 10, 2025 with possibility of extension)
11933RP1
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8-hour shifts; days) Salary CG-41, ($41.33-51.51 which includes any negotiated wage adjustment and/or supplement as applicable) Competition Number 2024004382 Posted Date 17 July 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. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Development and Rehabilitation Division is an Ambulatory Care/Provincial Pediatric Service with both a provincial and tertiary care mandate, with programs expanding into the schools and the community. This Physiotherapy position is located in the Central Outreach Site of Grand Falls-Windsor and is supported by other services located at the Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's. The Centre has a well-equipped department located at the Community Health Building, Queensway, Grand Falls-Windsor. The incumbent may assist in Gander and is responsible for the Western Region via telehealth. Occasional overnight travel is an expectation.

The Clinical Physiotherapist provides assessment and treatment to children with physical and developmental disabilities living in the Central Region. He/she will be responsible for patient assessment, design and implementation of treatment programs as well as home and school visits. The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently and communicate effectively. The Physiotherapist's caseload will include children and adolescents with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, musculoskeletal and developmental disabilities. He/she will be required to travel weekly within the region and will also be involved in travelling clinics. Also the position would service Corner Brook via virtual health as well as occasional overnight travel.

This position reports to the Division Manager of the Children and Women's Health Program, of Eastern Health. Clinical mentorship is available from the Physiotherapist II in the Outreach program based in the Central Region, and the Physiotherapist III for the program based at the Janeway Children's Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. John's. This position maintains accountability to the Professional Practice Consultant for Physiotherapy for professional integrity and 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 lifts or moves objects between 10 - 37 lbs.
Regularly requires a combination of sitting, standing and walking.
Regularly required to bend, kneel, stretch and physically lifting, pushing, pulling and/or manoeuvring patient/clients with medium force.
Occasionally uses hand tools and equipment.
Time pressures and interruptions are experienced with little control over work pace.
Higher than normal levels of attentiveness/alertness is required when performing activities in ICU with critically ill patients and dealing with clients with complex medical conditions.

Job Qualifications
Graduation from an approved/recognized School of Physiotherapy program is required.
Registration with the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Physiotherapist (NLCP) is required.
Demonstrated effective communication, both verbally and in writing with co-workers, patients and their families in a one to one and/or group environment.
Ability to direct, supervise and mentor students and physiotherapy support workers.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as a member of an interprofessional team and be able to prioritize caseload and patient needs.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health AAHP Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health AAHP Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 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: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: [email protected]. 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 [email protected] 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 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) 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.