Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.

Location

Ottawa, ON

Job Type

Full Time

Position Overview

Calian Health Services is seeking a Physiotherapist for the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre to provide comprehensive consultation, assessment, and treatment in both the physiotherapy section, by booked appointment and walk-ins, and the Care Delivery Unit (CDU) via sick parade and/or consultation, as part of the collaborative practice model. They can benefit by treating clients who are generally very fit and motivated towards their recovery. Physiotherapists on this contract benefit from treating clients who are generally very fit and motivated towards their recovery. Ample time is provided to assess and treat your client. Clinical teams are comprehensive and very collaborative. Treatment philosophies are focused on evidence-based practices, manual therapy, and exercise programs. Military service members have extensive access to healthcare resources to ensure they are fit to serve.

Responsibilities

Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation interventions using evidence-based approaches and best practices in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and scope of practice
Carry a full orthopedic caseload of 12-15 patients per day
Provide assessment and treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal conditions resulting mainly from sports and training injuries as well as work injuries and accidents
Provide screening assessments, education, and orthoses recommendations in a direct access setting such as CDU walk- ins
Prescribe exercises to optimally rehabilitate and prevent injuries and promote fitness
Provide ergonomics education including the provision of on-site assessments in the patient’s workplace
Provide physiotherapy related education to patients and members of the health care team in topics such as injury prevention and health promotion issues
Contribute to the design, preparation, and provision of programs integral to the operation of the physiotherapy clinic as a member of the healthcare team for the purpose of education and rehabilitation such as programs specializing in proprioceptive rehabilitation, reintegration, or back pain self-management
Participate in ongoing management of patient care by presenting cases during inter-disciplinary meetings, attending clinical rounds, conducting patient conferences, and in scheduling additional follow-up care

Qualifications

Current license in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
Manual Therapy Level 2 or Mackenzie Part B or Acupuncture/Dry Needling certificate
Valid certificate of Standard First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) to Healthcare Provider or equivalent such as Cardio- pulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator (CPA/AED) Level C
Minimum of 3 year of experience working in orthopedics or sports medicine

Additional Requirements

You will be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Secret level

LI-ST2

Security clearances

A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position.
Our recruiter will walk you through the security clearance requirementand process.

Perks and benefits

Patient-focused approach to treatment with emphasis on evidence-based rehab and active treatment techniques
Weekday hours, 7:30am – 4pm - no evenings or weekends
Focus on treatment, no billing/marketing responsibilities
Unlimited access to resources for your patients
Spacious treatment areas
Motivated patient population
Collaborative multidisciplinary team
In-house and on-base facilities provide extensive access to exercise programing, gym facilities with an array of fitness equipment, custom bracing/orthotics and a variety of specialized military equipment
Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions

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