Back to jobsPerform detailed, comprehensive medical history and physical assessment of patients to establish a clinical impression for physiotherapy intervention when required.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and participate in comprehensive assessments with Physician Specialists (i.e. Orthopedic Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, Neuro Surgeons, and Physiatrists).
Initiate and execute all physiotherapy treatments related to the clinical impression to deliver patient care within various clinical areas, and perform on-going evaluations to determine when discharge from service is appropriate.
Work collaboratively with registered Kinesiologists to provide comprehensive treatment, exercise and education to support patients’ recovery and return to work.
Document assessment in the patient’s medical chart, clinical impression, and all related physiotherapy intervention and patient outcomes; maintain an accepted standard of documentation for quality assurance as outlined by HSN policies and the CPO.
Communicate verbally or through written reports with other health care professionals regarding patient management for clinical problem-solving and program development.
Act as a professional resource for internal health care providers and community partners.
Provide theoretical and clinical education/supervision to physiotherapy students and undergraduate students.
Develop and implement self-learning objectives, participate in related postgraduate educational opportunities to improve clinical expertise, and integrate new knowledge to enhance patient care.
Participate on patient care teams and other committees regarding the development of policies and procedures, forms and audits, and coverage/vacation planning within the professional discipline.
Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.