Physiotherapist - Part Time (0.6 FTE) with potential for more FTE in future

THE OPPORTUNITY Physiotherapist – Part Time (0.6 FTE) with potential for more FTE in future Our workplace is one where staff can grow in a career that is meaningful and contributing to the community. Wing Kei’s staff and volunteers provide compassionate and individualized support for seniors through on-site health and living care. As an organization, we adhere to high standards of care, repeatedly receiving Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada over the years. Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Resident Experience and Clinical Manager, the Physical Therapist will be responsible for the assessment and care planning for the assigned residents, as well as for providing direction and guidance to the Rehab Assistants in carrying out the care plans. THE ROLE Key Accountabilities * Demonstrates, promotes and advocates the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values. * Responsible for physical assessment, intervention and consultation of residents with physical limitation and complex neurological conditions. * Conduct therapeutic assessment, treatment goals/plans and regular care. plan review for residents to maximize independence and participation * Assesses residents for mobility, range, strength, balance and function. * Designs rehabilitation programs to promote wellness, increased function and improved quality of life for the residents. * Supervises and supports Rehab Assistants, and participates in planning and operations within the programs and the physiotherapy service. * Responsible for documentation and MDS data entry. * Plans and participates in education of residents, families, students and other providers. * Maintains good communication and interpersonal relationships with the public, residents, volunteers and other health care team members. * Contribute to education and training of residents/clients and families to improve self-care, mobility and independence. * Participate in quality improvement initiatives at unit, facility and program levels. * Participates in on-going trainings to ensure high standard of service and best practices in the field is achieved. * Performs other related duties as assigned. THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WILL SUCCEED * Is aligned with Wing Kei’s vision and mission to continue to deliver excellence in seniors care. * Completion of a recognized university degree program in Physical Therapy. * Active registration with the College of Physical Therapists/Physiotherapists in the province of Alberta. * Exhibits consistent critical thinking and problem solving. * Excellent organization and program management skills. * Possesses effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. * The ability to communicate in Chinese would be helpful, but not necessary. * Is resourceful, with a positive and flexible attitude. * Senior-focused related experience is a definite asset. * Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) authorization status preferred.

The Physiotherapist is responsible for conducting physical assessments, designing rehabilitation programs, and providing care planning for residents. They also supervise Rehab Assistants and participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure high standards of care.

Candidates must hold a recognized university degree in Physical Therapy and maintain active registration with the College of Physical Therapists of Alberta. Experience in senior-focused care and AADL authorization are considered definite assets.

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Physical assessment
• Care planning
• Rehabilitation program design
• Neurological condition management
• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Program management
• Multidisciplinary team collaboration
• MDS data entry
• Patient education
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Resourcefulness
• Advocacy
• Compassion
• Planning
• Quality Improvement
• Physical Therapy
• Care Planning
• Critical Thinking
• Data Entry
• Problem Solving
• Neurology
• Rehabilitation
• Non-Verbal Communication
• Operations
• Program Management

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Physiotherapist
• Physical Therapist
• Physiotherapists
• Physical Therapists

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

24 heures par semaine