We are developing a new specialized state of the art neurological rehabilitation centre in Waterloo Region focused on high-intensity, technology-assisted rehabilitation for individuals with spinal cord injury, stroke, acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions.

We are seeking an experienced Neuro Physiotherapist to serve as Clinical Director and help build the centre from the ground up. This is an opportunity to shape the clinical model, equipment program, treatment environment and team of a new advanced rehabilitation facility.

Responsibilities

- Lead development of the clinic's neurological rehabilitation programs and clinical standards
- Help plan the facility layout, patient flow and rehabilitation equipment program
- Participate in selection and implementation of advanced technologies including robotic gait training, exoskeletons, FES and body-weight-supported gait systems
- Recruit, mentor and supervise physiotherapists, kinesiologists/PTAs and other clinical staff
- Establish assessment, treatment, progression and outcome-measurement protocols
- Develop relationships with physicians, hospitals and community referral partners
- Maintain a limited clinical caseload, including complex neurological patients




- Oversee clinical quality, safety and regulatory compliance
- Work closely with ownership and the operations team on the centre's launch and ongoing development

Qualifications
- Registered Physiotherapist in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
- Significant clinical experience in neurological rehabilitation
- Solid experience with spinal cord injury, gait rehabilitation and/or complex neurological conditions
- Leadership, mentoring or clinical-program-development experience
- Strong understanding of evidence-based neurological rehabilitation
- Experience with robotic gait training, FES, exoskeletons or other advanced rehabilitation technology is an asset
- Experience in both hospital rehabilitation and private/community neuro rehabilitation is an asset

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for an experienced neuro physiotherapist to have a meaningful role in creating a new rehabilitation centre rather than simply joining an established clinic. Pay: $65.00-$80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 32.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Clinical Director & Lead Neuro Physiotherapist (Kitchener)
🏢 Laurie Borowski
📍 Kitchener