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Physiotherapist, Specialized Geriatric Services

by St. Joseph's Health Care London

Reference #: 53903
Location: London, Ontario
Date Posted: Sep 26, 2024
St. Joseph's Health Care London

Job Description

Posting # 53903 - [ OPSEU Paramed ]

Physiotherapist, Specialized Geriatric Services- 1 position
Specialized Geriatric Services
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Full Time
Salary Range: $40.36 - $56.30 /hour


We require a skilled physiotherapist to provide expert physiotherapy service to frail elderly clients in Specialized Geriatric Services. Specialized Geriatric Services includes the: Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Unit, Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit, Day Hospital, and the Regional Geriatric Program.

The primary area of work for this position will be the SGS Ambulatory Day Hospital program which may be subject to the needs of the program. The scheduling for this position includes rotational weekend work on the SGS Inpatient unit

Essential Qualifications

  • Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
  • Experience and demonstrated competency in establishing rehabilitation goals and in the implementation of strategies and protocols for goal attainment
  • Demonstrated experience using a patient centered approach
  • Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team setting
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proven flexibility and a high level of initiative
  • Demonstrated knowledge base in the provision of service to the geriatric population
  • Familiarity with outcome measurement related to clinical practice
  • Demonstrated ability to incorporate evidence based research into practice
  • Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years related experience as a Physiotherapist
  • Proficiency in French would be an asset
  • Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and relevant interest groups
  • Experience in both musculoskeletal and geriatric rehabilitation settings
  • Working knowledge and experience with theories and principles of guiding adult learning and patient self-management approaches
  • Demonstrates initiatives with program development/improvement
  • Knowledge of computer systems (e.g. workload measurement, Cerner, Microsoft Office, WebEx for Virtual Care)
Teaching and Research
  • St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties
Immunization Requirements
  • Provide documentation you have received two doses of the Covid-19 vaccine (primary series, boosters and/or XBB) OR one dose of XBB vaccine at least 14 days prior to the start date.
  • Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox)
  • Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing





Posting date: September 27, 2024
Submission deadline: October 03, 2024

Bradley Dudley, Human Resources

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Company Name:   St. Joseph's Health Care London
Company Website: https://ats.sjhc.london.on.ca/currentPostings.php
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