Physiotherapist

Unit Summary

The Department of Diagnostic Services supports a high volume of diverse adult and pediatric patients and families, providing service within Radiology, CT Scan, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Pet Scan and Ultrasound.

Position Summary

In addition to clinical responsibilities, Charge Technologist responsibilities include: providing direction and support to staff technologists; coordinating staff scheduling; promoting a patient focused environment; participating in the planning, organizing and coordinating of clinical and research activities and strategic planning activities; participating in protocol creation, review and revision and the instruction of staff technologists regarding same; and participating in staff performance appraisals and the recruitment process. Functions according to the Accountability Statement for Charge Technologists.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an approved university graduate level physiotherapy program (BScPT, MSc.PT) or equivalent
2. Current Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
3. Well developed physiotherapy assessment & treatment skills relevant to acute care cardio-vascular surgery and acute care cardiology patient populations
4. Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal skills and effective discharge planning skills and knowledge of community resources and supports
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
6. Participation in continuing education in order to upgrade skills and keep abreast of new developments within cardio-vascular and cardiology clinical practice areas
7. Demonstrated ability to work in a changing environment with high productivity, organizational and flexibility demands with solid clinical reasoning and caseload management skills
8. BCLS or Equivalent

Guidelines

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.