REGISTERED PHYSIOTHERAPIST

MUSCULOSKELETAL & NEUROLOGICAL INJURIES

Posted: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

PART-TIME TO FULL-TIME POSITION

PETERBOROUGH CLINIC LOCATION

1600 Lansdowne St. West, Peterborough, ON

About Propel Physiotherapy

Established in 2016, Propel Physiotherapy is one of the Greater Toronto Area’s leading treatment centres for neurological injuries and complex orthopedic injuries. Propel Physiotherapy takes a holistic approach to rehabilitation with an emphasis on client-centered treatment, research, education, and community engagement that can help clients maximize their mobility and improve their performance in meaningful daily activities.

With a team of more than 25 therapists and office administrators, Propel Physiotherapy offers a wide range of healthcare services, including physiotherapy, massage therapy, exercise therapy, mindfulness, yoga therapy, community-based therapy, and acupuncture services from our clinic locations in Pickering, Peterborough, and Etobicoke. In addition to clinic based services, we also offer mobile-therapy so we can get to our clients at their homes, in their residences, or meet them at their favorite exercise spot.

The Role

Propel Physiotherapy is in search of a licensed physiotherapist to join the high-performing and fast-growing team of practitioners at our Pickering and Peterborough clinics. One role is available at each location. We are looking for a team player who can demonstrate professionalism, excellent communication skills, and creativity and consistency with care catered to a busy caseload of varied neurological and orthopedic injuries.

Our clinics operate as a collaborate practice environment with different health care providers including other physiotherapists, massage therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, chiropractors, and case managers who are leaders in their respective fields.   This role requires seamless integration and excellent communication with these team members to optimize the health and rehabilitation of our clients.

This is an independent contractor position seeking a three-day commitment from Monday to Saturday. The position will start as half days, building to full days as your caseload increases. Expansion of hours and days is available and encouraged as your practice grows. This licensed physiotherapy role reports to the Pickering and Peterborough Clinic Managers (respectively) and the Executive Director of Propel Physiotherapy.

These positions are available immediately and offer competitive compensation. Routine mentorship, learning, and training are scheduled with more senior physiotherapists and clinic managers as appropriate. Supervisors for resident physiotherapists are also available.

The Candidate

The candidate must demonstrate exceptional clinical care practices, superior professionalism, and a firm desire to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary entrepreneurial environment. This candidate must have the following:

• Physiotherapy degree from a recognized national or international institution. Resident Physiotherapists are welcome to apply.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Experience in a private practice setting and independent contractor experience is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A skilled listener who creates meaningful connections with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to adapt to a face-paced and challenging environment.
• Possess a diverse skillset and willingness to share and learn as their role grows.
• Thinks outside the box and demonstrates good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Experience or interest in blogging and social media is an asset.
• Ability to manage their own caseload, respond to urgent issues, and consistently communicate with team members in a timely manner.
• Abide by college standards pertaining to client confidentiality, record keeping, informed consent, and practice as a licensed physiotherapist.
• Relevant work experience in pelvic health, neurological physiotherapy, and orthopaedic physiotherapy and able to carry a balanced caseload across these client populations is an asset.
• Having a consistent means of transportation to take on some community clients is an asset.
• New graduates and resident physiotherapists are welcome to apply.

The Work Environment

In order to pursue our vision of becoming the leading treatment centre for complex neurological injuries and orthopaedic injuries in Ontario, we place great focus on knowledge sharing, personal development, and staff empowerment.

We provide mentorship to new and junior therapists, including mentorship meetings with management staff who are experienced in neuro (Bobath/NDT), vestibular, pelvic health, acupuncture, manual therapy, exercise prescription, advanced technology — with the goal of providing the best care possible to our clients. Mentorship can be scheduled with an appropriate contact at your clinic location (in-person or virtually).  We encourage open discussion and booking meetings with your mentor as appropriate.

Our Pickering and Peterborough clinic spaces are fully accessible with wide hallways, push-button doorways, and adaptive equipment including mechanical lifts, parallel bars, medical treadmills, NDT/Bobath treatment tables, modalities and more.  In addition, we carry a fully functioning gym that includes, but is not limited to, adjustable free-weights, modifiable bench, stationary bicycle, NuStep, MotoMed, treadmill, yoga/pilates equipment, and other adaptive equipment.

How to Apply

This position is available to start as soon as possible. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resumé to clinic manager David Friesen.