As a member of the healthcare team, the physiotherapist coordinates, assesses and evaluates patient care and provides physiotherapy care to meet the needs of patients on 8 West. The Physiotherapist collaborates with interdisciplinary team members and community agencies in the provision of care and discharge planning for patients and their families. The Physiotherapist practices in accordance with the College of Physiotherapist of Ontario Standards of Practice and Guidelines and according to Hamilton Health Science Policies and Procedures.

The Physiotherapist utilizes a patient-centered care approach and incorporates best available evidence into practice. The Physiotherapist participates and provides clinical education to physiotherapy students and others through preceptor, tutor and / or clinical lecturer activities. In addition to providing clinical care, the Physiotherapist will actively participate in continuing professional development opportunities, membership in professional practice and program committees that support patient care, clinical practice, education and research as approved by Clinical Manager in consultation with the Chief of Physiotherapy Practice.

- Registered with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Relevant experience with medical population
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team
- Self-directed, independent practitioner

Monday to Friday; Days

This position is temporary until September 2027.

8 West is an active adult general internal medicine unit. An interdisciplinary team provides care to an acutely ill, primarily geriatric, patient population, including patients with multi-system chronic illnesses.

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 prospect 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 (phone hidden), 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.

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:

Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement

Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement

Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement

Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement

Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement

📌 Physiotherapist (Ontario)
🏢 Hamilton Health Sciences
📍 Ontario