Job Details: Physiotherapist

Company: London Health Sciences Centre – Join the team at one of Canada's best teaching hospitals in one of Canada's best small cities!

Description: Department:Surgical Care Program - Orthopaedics
Rate of Pay Range:$29.919 per hour to $37.399 per hour
Hours of Work:18.75 hours per week,including weekends and statutory holidays on a rotating basis (as part of the Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team).
Duration of Contract:September 2008 - March 2009

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals and is dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching and research. LHSC has pioneered many national and international medical breakthroughs. Located in London, Ontario, LHSC encompasses three sites, South Street Hospital, University Hospital and Victoria Hospital; two family medical centres; and the London Regional Cancer Program. LHSC is the home of the Children's Hospital of Western Ontario and CSTAR (Canadian Surgical Technologies & Advanced Robotics). The research arm of LHSC is Lawson Health Research Institute, which is partnered with London's other teaching hospital, St. Joseph's Health Care, London. LHSC is affiliated with The University of Western Ontario. Physicians and staff at LHSC number more than 10,000 and together they provide care for more than 1 million patients each year.

Situated in beautiful London, Ontario, the 'Forest City', LHSC offers its staff and physicians the benefits of working at a leading edge healthcare facility combined with the advantages of modern suburban living. London is located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, a short drive to sandy beaches, the renowned Stratford Festival, and the Greater Toronto Area.

The successful applicant will provide Physiotherapy services at University Hospital to patients with musculoskeletal dysfunction (includes both inpatient and outpatient service). The Physiotherapist will work closely with other Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapy Assistants and other team members. The successful candidate will support collaborative, patient centred, evidence based care. The physiotherapist reports to the Manager - Surgical Care and has a matrix reporting relationship to the Professional Practice Leader of Physiotherapy within the Program Management model.

Qualifications
Baccalaureate or Masters Degree in Physiotherapy

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Current membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred

Completion of Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR training)

Previous inpatient and outpatient orthopaedic clinical experience with both arthroplasty and sports medicine patient populations

Demonstrated effective discharge planning and promoting continuity of care

Proven problem solving and decision making ability

Demonstrated evidence-based approach to physiotherapy practice and strongly developed spirit of inquiry

Demonstrated strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team as well as the ability to function independently

Demonstrated commitment to both clinical and continuing education

Ability to respond positively to change

Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

All employees will abide by and live out LHSC's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test.

In order to be considered for this position, please submit a detailed resume, quoting posting #25979, by the deadline date, by clicking the Apply button.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
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Posting Date: Sep 5 08