clinical physiotherapist
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Clinical Physiotherapist II
Posted on
September 27, 2024
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NL Health Services
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Job Description Clinical Physiotherapist II - Family Care TeamsPrimary Health Care & Chronic Disease Prevention & ManagementPermanent Full TimeLocation: St. Anthony, NLIn keeping with Labrador-Grenfell Zone's vision of "Healthy People Living in Healthy Communities" and in alignment with Health Accord NL's vision of a rebalanced health system, we are committed to improving health outcomes for the population living in the LG Zone through the implementation of Family Care Teams (FCT). The FCT approach supports LG Zone's strategic priorities: people-centered; healthy and sustainable workforce; and better access for better health. The Physiotherapist II (PT II) will work in an inter-professional collaborative team environment, to provide person and family-centered care that is evidence-based, comprehensive and compassionate, with a focus on improving access, optimal health outcomes and quality of life. The Physiotherapist II is a leadership role responsible for coordination of clinical client care as well as assisting clients and their families to navigate family care teams and community services. The Physiotherapist II will practice to their full scope in order to meet client needs; participate in direct care of clients and provide clinical leadership, including: " Utilizing a collaborative, shared-care approach, works in partnership with clients, families, caregivers, team members and community partners, to support individuals and communities to achieve optimal health, wellness, functional independence and physical performance." Providing direct client care including comprehensive assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic services; planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans, incorporating the Determinants of Health. " Health promotion and education for individuals, families, caregivers, collaborative teams community groups, external agencies with a focus on promoting physical activity and therapeutic exercise,; prevention of injury and functional decline; fostering self-management for acute and chronic conditions, activity limitations and participation restrictions." Facilitation of group sessions to promote wellness, support chronic disease prevention and management and improve quality of life." Facilitation of integrated virtual care options to increase access for individual and group sessions." Acting as a liaison with community wellness groups and initiatives to assist in program planning, development, implementation and support." Providing professional and clinical leadership, education, mentorship and support to the inter-professional collaborative team, physiotherapy support staff, and students/learners." Recognizing cultural diversity and practicing culturally safe care." Practicing age-friendly care in a collaborative care team setting." Work closely with the manager and other team members to:o Assist in program development, o Achieve client, community and clinician engagement o Improve care coordination among team members across the continuum of care, from hospital to community to home, ensuring coordinated, seamless transitions of care and timely access to improve health outcomes and optimize quality of life." Participate in evaluation and continuous quality improvement processes based upon current evidence-based practices." Use assessment to assist patients to navigate care pathways by communicating with the team and advocating for the client." Engage in continuous education relevant to the position and provide guidance and support to Rehabilitation Assistants, students and other health professionals in the team." The PT II position offers an excellent opportunity to apply advanced clinical, theoretical and decision-making skills through comprehensive clinical knowledge and an interdisciplinary collaborative team approach to primary health care.Required Qualifications:" Graduation from an approved recognized school of physiotherapy with a Master's Degree in Physiotherapy" Current registration &
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LocationSt. Anthony, NL
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$41.85HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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CareerBeacon
#1920953
Advertised until
2024-10-27
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