Full-Time Community Physiotherapist, eRehab Program

Are you an experienced Physiotherapist looking for a different kind of practice environment, and comfortable practicing both independently and part of a team? This could be the position for you.

As a Physiotherapist, eRehab Program, you will assess and determine patient care needs and eligibility, provide access and referrals to community services, and engage with patients, caregivers and other health care practitioners.

Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility – you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centred care – and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.

Ontario Health atHome is committed to supporting healthcare in a manner that is consistent with patient and family centred care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated understanding and commitment to this care philosophy. This position understands the importance of quality and safety and requires a high degree of attention to detail and excellent time management skills. The position will be located within the Erie St. Clair Region.

As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.

• Responds to patient referrals from the Clinical Care Coordinator and follows Ontario Health atHome procedures to properly administer eRehab services to patients in a Directing Therapist Role
• Seeks informed consent from patients before commencing assessment and treatment plan
• Assesses the factors influencing the patient’s ability to function in their environment, using a variety of standardized and non-standardized assessment tools, to determine patient treatment needs
• Determines patient centered therapy goals and provides treatment program to increase occupational performance, independence, and safety

...and many more responsibilities listed in the job description.

What must you have?

• Graduate of an accredited degree program in Physiotherapy (PT)
• At least two years of recent clinical work experience as a directing physiotherapist required and current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• In-depth knowledge of therapy services and other community resources in the ESC Region

What would give you the edge?

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide mentorship and maintain professional relationships

What do we offer?

We Know Wellness Is Supported With Work-life Balance. In An Inclusive Culture Committed To Support Your Passion For Continuous Learning, Growth And Innovation, We Offer Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits. Valuable development opportunities. Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan. Salary: $40.23/hr to $52.80/hr

What do I need to know?

• POSITION STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm) (for approximately one year with the possibility of an extension)
• HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week
• SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
• LOCATION: Chatham

Who we are

We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, primary care providers, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centred care. If you’re interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.