Position Summary

Reporting to the Client Services Manager - Rehabilitation Services, the Physiotherapist will operate with a high degree of independence as a member of a multidisciplinary regional rehabilitation team. The incumbent will participate in the planning, delivery and evaluation of rehabilitation services, using a client centred, goal orientated approach for children and / or adult populations. These services include assessment, direct intervention, consultation and public / parent / caregiver education and training within a variety of settings which may include acute care, outpatient, long term care, client’s home, school and other community settings.

The Physiotherapist may also provide clinical supervision and training for students and provisional members and participates in the education of other health care professionals.

The incumbent will exercise the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud. The current caseload is children and youth.

Qualifications :

• Masters or Baccalaureate Degree in Physiotherapy (BMR –PT) or equivalent entry level requirement in Physiotherapy
• Active registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba (CPM)
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Outlook / Email
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated effective decision making, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with management and staff within the region as well as appropriate outside vendors and agencies
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums
• Good work and attendance record

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