Physiotherapist - WSIB Specialty Program

Treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries, while implementing your excellent assessment and treatment skills in geriatrics, neurology and orthopaedics. Also, you will be participating in promotional activities, community education, program development and accreditation standards. In addition, the successful candidate will support the development, growth and day-to-day operations of the WSIB Specialty Program – an outpatient assessment and treatment program for injured workers who have sustained work related injuries and require interdisciplinary assessment, diagnostic and rehabilitation services to assist them in their return to work and function.

Responsibilities

Treating a variety of musculoskeletal injuries while implementing excellent assessment and treatment skills in geriatrics, neurology and orthopaedics; Participating in promotional activities, community education, program development and accreditation standards; Supporting the development, growth and day-to-day operations of the WSIB Specialty Program; Providing interdisciplinary assessment, diagnostic and rehabilitation services to assist injured workers in their return to work and function

Requirements

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Physiotherapy from a recognized institution required; Current Registration and in good standing, 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; Thorough understanding of confidentiality and patient dignity; Demonstrate self-directed carry-through of patient care activities; Initiative, good problem solving and communication skills necessary; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; 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; Strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and ready to drive change and innovation; Good communication skills with a clear patient focus, ability to manage execution and foster teamwork and cooperation

Nice to have

Experience working in a healthcare setting would be an asset; Experience working in a private physiotherapy clinic would be an asset; Relevant experience in treating a variety of MSK/Neuro conditions in an ambulatory care setting, return to work planning, functional evaluation, work conditioning and return to work strategies an asset