Physiotherapist – Critical Care

Physiotherapist – Critical Care

Please apply via https://www.hhscareers.ca/ and search for Requisition # 122652

HHS Requisition # 122652
Location: Hamilton General Hospital
Status: Regular Part-time
Rate: $44.42 – $56.95 Hourly

Unit Summary

As one of 4 critical care units at the HGH site, Neuro Trauma ICU, a 14 bed Level 3 ICU provides highly skilled tertiary and quaternary care to a population of over 2.3 million residents within the Central South region of Ontario. It supports the regional trauma, neurosurgical and stroke programs in addition to offering specialized care for clinical programs including neurosciences, surgery and spine. Using a multidisciplinary and collaborative team approach that is dedicated to the principles of patient-and family-centered care, we treat highly complex patients using leading edge treatment modalities. In partnership with Trillium Gift of Life, we are leaders in organ donation for the province. The ICU also supports the Critical Care Response Team for the HGH site, bringing highly skilled, specialized, critical care nurses, as members of a multidisciplinary team, to offer support and consultation outside of the ICU. As a Royal College Accredited training program and through our affiliation with McMaster University, we offer opportunities for learning and conduct world renowned research.

Position Summary
The Physiotherapist provides assessments and interventions for a variety of patients in the Critical Care Program. This position is specific to the Neuro Trauma ICU, providing additional coverage to the Cardiovascular ICU and Medical Surgical ICU on weekends. The Physiotherapist participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team and participates in program development, evaluation and research. 

Schedule Work Hours

Days, weekends, 8hr shifts

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Baccalaureate or Masters degree in Physiotherapy
• Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Knowledge of outcome measurement and evidence-based practice
• Self-directed learner and independent practitioner
• Excellent communication skills
• Recent experience within 3 years in a Critical Care setting is preferred

Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.

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