Posting # 57231 - [ UNIFOR ]

A challenging and exciting opportunity exists to work in a collaborative interprofessional environment delivering rehabilitation to patients who have experienced a stroke and other neurological conditions in a specialized rehabilitation setting under the supervision of regulated health practitioners.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual who wants to be on a team of Rehabilitation Practitioners who are considered leaders in the delivery of stroke and neurological rehabilitation care. Being a part of the Stroke and Neurological Rehabilitation team means you will actively participate in improving the outcomes of the patients we serve and to the health care system as a whole.

It is understood that the hours of work reflect the current scheduling arrangements and are subject to change as determined by the Employer. Hours of work will include being part of a weekend rotation.



Essential Qualifications

• Current Physiotherapy Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant diploma or dual OTA/PTA diploma from a recognized program that includes a placement component in each discipline
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Demonstrated knowledge of stroke and neurological conditions with an understanding of its consequences
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical and cognitive disabilities and their potential impact on task performance
• Experience with the implementation of occupational therapy and physiotherapy programs such as functional skills and mobility retraining, assisting with range of motion and strengthening programs, other exercise programs for neurologically impaired patients, assisting with the fabrication of assistive devices, implementing and monitoring ADL and IADL programs, provision of positioning aids, and wheelchair and seating components
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, caregivers , and other members of the care team
• Able to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position (e.g. lifts and transfers, ADL tasks for showering and bathing, able to assist therapist in physical treatment techniques)
• Able to utilize computer systems (e.g. Workload measurement, Outlook, Word)
• Keen observation skills
• Able to work independently and be self-directed

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Clinical experience and knowledge of the treatment of adult patients who have sustained a stroke or other neurological condition

• St Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

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