Physiotherapist

Job summary

Assess mobility and falls risk to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse community clients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide education, screening, and health promotion activities.

Job details

Physiotherapist — Part-Time Opportunities We are an innovative, community-based, multi-service health centre. We work in partnership with individuals, families, and communities to help them achieve their full potential — with particular focus on those who face barriers to care due to race, gender, income, and/or ability. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in its workforce. We currently have three Physiotherapist openings — part-time and full-time — across our Primary Care and Falls Prevention programs. Whether you're looking for the flexibility of part-time work across multiple community settings, or the stability of a full-time role with a dedicated team, we have an opportunity for you. *Why Work with Us?* We know benefits matter — here's what you can expect: 4 weeks vacation 3 weeks sick leave 1 week personal/family leave 2 float personal days Extended group health benefits — vision, dental, life insurance, and more Flexible Health & Wellness Spending Account (HSA) HOOPP pension — employer-matched contributions (Most benefits are prorated and become available after 3 months.) *Available Positions* Physiotherapist — Primary Care (Part-Time)* Same great Primary Care role, structured part-time — ideal if you want to combine this position with other clinical work. You’ll provide physiotherapy services to individuals and families who often lack other benefits coverage, working alongside an interprofessional care team. Physiotherapist — West End Integrated Falls Prevention Program (Part-Time) Community-based (home visits) Work with adults aged 75+ who have experienced falls, delivering care directly in their homes across the west end of Ottawa. Mileage is covered. You'll assess falls risk and mobility challenges, build home exercise programs, and provide fall prevention education — as part of a multidisciplinary team including Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, a Rehabilitation Assistant, and an Occupational Therapist. *What You'll Do* Use a client-centered approach to assess mobility and falls risk, and develop individualized treatment plans Provide education, screening, referral, and follow-up consistent with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario standards Keep complete, accurate, and timely client records Collaborate with an interprofessional/multidisciplinary care team Participate in chart reviews, case conferences, and community outreach Contribute to health promotion activities and program development *What You Bring* Master's Degree in Physiotherapy Current registration (in good standing) with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario Minimum 3 years of physiotherapy experience in a community setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team Valid driver's license and vehicle access (required for Falls Prevention role; asset for Primary Care roles) Bilingual English/French is a strong asset; other languages are an asset For the Falls Prevention role: experience with older adults and fall prevention programs is an asset (Canadian Falls Prevention curriculum a plus) For Primary Care roles: experience or interest working with newcomers, refugees, older adults, 2SLGBTQ+ and gender-diverse clients, or clients facing social determinants of health challenges

What you’ll do

Assess mobility and falls risk to develop individualized treatment plans for diverse community clients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide education, screening, and health promotion activities.

Requirements

Requires a Master's Degree in Physiotherapy and current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. A minimum of 3 years of community experience and a valid driver's license are required.

Benefits

• 4 weeks vacation • 3 weeks sick leave • 1 week personal/family leave • 2 float personal days • Extended group health benefits • Vision insurance • Dental insurance • Life insurance • Flexible Health & Wellness Spending Account (HSA) • HOOPP pension

Listed skills

• case management · Preferred
• Interprofessional Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Physiotherapy
• Client-centered approach
• Falls risk assessment
• Treatment planning
• Patient education
• Interprofessional collaboration
• Clinical record keeping
• Community outreach
• Health promotion
• Bilingualism
• Mobility assessment
• Case management

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services