Community Access Physiotherapist - Adults

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VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: "Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home." Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, "The freedom and flexibility can't be beat." Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us "I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home." View more comments from our clients and their family members. Pay Range $85,000-$95,000 a year Commensurate with experience Monday to Friday, 8-hour shift Full-time Salary Employee We are seeking a Community Access Physiotherapist to join our UHN@Home Program The Physiotherapist will provide physiotherapy consultation, assessment, and short-term intervention to patients transitioning from hospital to home as part of the UHN Transitions Program within the Toronto Central region. This full-time role supports a structured, time-limited model of care (16 weeks), focused on stabilization, functional improvement, and facilitating safe discharge and reintegration into the community. The Physiotherapist is expected to complete initial patient visits within 48 hours of hospital discharge to support timely transitions in care and will work collaboratively with a Rehabilitation Assistant to support care delivery and optimize patient outcomes. Care is transition-focused, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and connecting patients to appropriate long-term community supports where ongoing physiotherapy needs are identified. Key Areas of Accountability VHA's Physiotherapist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to: Assesses clients using interviews, standardized and informal assessment techniques in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA. Implements client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client's integrated care plan. Ensures that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measured. Attends client related meetings to report on assessment findings and discuss plans for intervention, progress reports and discharge as required. Ensures coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client's team regarding plans and schedules for interventions. Documents all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required by the profession, referral source and the organization. Prepare statistical records of client care and related activities as required by VHA, the Ministry of Health and other agencies. Adheres to the code of ethics of the profession, in maintaining standards of practice for the profession as defined by the Ontario College of Physiotherapists. Required Qualifications: Masters degree in Physiotherapy from a recognized school of physiotherapy. Registered, in good standing, with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Minimum of 1 year clinical experience, preferably in the community. Specialized courses to support areas of clinical expertise. Clinical expertise to provide a variety of physiotherapy interventions. Knowledge of community care requirements and resources available. Excellent consultation and teaching skills, and utilizes an evidence base to clinical practice. Familiar with the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measures to support clinical interventions. What makes VHA's compensation unique? Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees Compensation for education and professional development VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career Mentorship and peer support Career development opportunities Employee and family assistance program Wellness resources Perks & discounts Staff & service provider events Accommodation and VHA's commitment to DEI At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to pro