Company Description

Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always' at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Job Description

The Strong and Steady Falls Prevention Program consists of a Falls Clinic Assessment and a Falls Circuit Exercise Program. Work in collaboration with Geriatrician, RN and PTAs. Physiotherapist responsible for determining eligibility for the program in addition to the supervision of the exercise component of the program.

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution required
• Current Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario required with evidence of insurance coverage
• Ability to motivate, be sympathetic, yet positive and client-centered in all interactions with patients
• Have a thorough understanding of confidentiality and patient dignity
• Demonstrate self-directed carry-through of patient care activities
• Initiative, good problem solving and communication skills are necessary
• Proven ability to effectively interact with a multi-disciplinary team
• Strong organizational abilities with efficient time management skills
• Flexibility to follow direction and work collaboratively with all team members
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record required
• Member of CPA/OPA preferred
• Minimum of one year´s experience in rehabilitation, geriatrics preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to interact effectively with an interprofessional team
• Must be flexible and show an ability to work independently and/or collaboratively with all team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Satisfactory attendance and employment record

The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Additional Information

Hours: 7.5 hour shifts, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and alternate Fridays (all day) (Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements)

Salary: $38.846 - $54.782 per hour

Date Posted: October 8, 2024

Internal Applications Due By: October 15, 2024

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.