Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (Sick Kids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day.
Sick Kids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.
When you join Sick Kids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfil our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.
The Physiotherapist provides physiotherapy consultation, assessment and intervention to children with movement dysfunction related to neurological, musculoskeletal or cardiorespiratory conditions. This position will support Physiotherapy providing weekend cardiorespiratory physiotherapy coverage to inpatients within an acute rehabilitation framework.
Here’s What You’ll Get To Do- Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy clinical assessments of pediatric patients.
- Develop evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child’s specific needs, taking into account their medical history and developmental stage.
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve cardiorespiratory function through both passive and active techniques including mobility.
- Collaborate closely with other healthcare disciplines to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate and support parents and caregivers on exercises and strategies to support their child’s physical progress.
- Maintain detailed, accurate and timely patient records and documentation.
- Stay up to date with the latest research and best practices in pediatric acute care rehabilitation, including physiotherapy assessment and treatment.
- Provide ethnically and culturally sensitive and inclusive care to a diverse patient population.
- Participate in weekend cardiorespiratory physiotherapy coverage.
- Masters degree in Physiotherapy (MScPT) or equivalent
- Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Previous experience in a pediatric and/or acute healthcare setting preferred
- Previous experience in cardiorespiratory physiotherapy assessment and treatment preferred
- Ability to collaborate effectively as a member of the health care team and to take initiative and leadership when appropriate
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and efficient time management
- Belief in lifelong learning and evidence-based practice
- Understand the importance of and demonstrate the ability to foster a culture of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
- A supportive Physiotherapy team, with rich opportunity for mentorship and career development.
- A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
- A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
- The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you’ll be making a difference at Sick Kids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
Range of opportunities available - one shift per month (Casual employment) up to 1 shift per weekend (0.2
FTE), depending on availability
Sick Kids is committed to championing equity, diversity and…
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