Job Description

Your Opportunity:As part of Cancer Care Alberta (CCA), the Rehabilitation Oncology (RO) team- which includes OT, PT, SLP, TAs and physiatrists- is growing as we move to the new Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (ACCC). We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Physiotherapist to join our team. This position will primarily work on the inpatient units with the opportunity to support/ orient to outpatient services. Why Choose CCA? Meaningful Impact: Assist cancer patients in managing physical challenges and enhancing well-being. Collaborative Team Environment: Work with a supportive multidisciplinary team that values professional development and self-care. Evidence-Informed Care: Participate in research while leveraging your knowledge. Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training in oncology and palliative care. Under general supervision of the Manager, the Physiotherapist will: Triage and screen referrals Develop, implement and evaluate personalized rehabilitation plans to help patients manage symptoms/ side effects of cancer treatment. Care is delivered in various formats (1:1, groups, in-person, virtual care). Participate in case consultation, rounds, working groups and provincial oncology meetings Participates in case management/discharge planning, creating well supported transitions across the continuum of care. Co-develop and deliver patient education Mentor/ educate staff and students Support cross-coverage across inpatient units and outpatient areas to ensure continuity of patient care. Hours and caseloads associated with Supportive Care positions may change based on operational needs. Note: This posting will be used to hire four 0.8 FTE positions: 1.6 FTE for Intensive Palliative Care Unit 95 and Medical Oncology/ Radiation Oncology Unit 125 1.6 FTE for Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and Hematology Units 105 and 119.Description:As the Physiotherapist I (PT), you will provide therapeutic interventions to enable clients to achieve optimum physical function and independence in development, disease, disability, chronic conditions, illness and functional decline. You will provide intervention (i.e. prevention, triage, screening, assessment, diagnosis, goal setting, treatment, management, education, consultation, fostering resourcefulness, case management, referral and transition support to individuals, groups, populations and communities. You will include clients and families as integral members of the health care team, encouraging their active participation in all aspects of care. The PT collaborates with patient(s) and families in determining, implementing and evaluating appropriate rehabilitation strategies. You will participate in a variety of interprofessional teams to build awareness, enrich supports and engage in quality improvement; partnering with healthcare providers, patients, families and other stakeholders to advance services for their clients. You will contribute to quality improvement and their professional community; participates in peer mentoring; and supervises students. You may provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants, Therapy Aides and Provisional Physiotherapists.

• Classification: Physiotherapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Rehabilitation Oncology, Supportive Care Services
• Primary Location: Arthur Child Cancer Centre
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 21-AUG-2024
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 16-SEP-2024
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 8
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $38.90
• Maximum Salary: $51.80
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:Bachelor\'s degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program. Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Alberta. Additional Required Qualifications:Active Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS Certification by first day of work. Minimum 3 years working experience in an adult inpatient rehabilitation setting. Minimum 2 years working experience with adults diagnosed with cancer. Clinical knowledge of bone marrow transplant care and hematological cancers. Experience working in a palliative care setting. Empathy and compassion: a deep understanding of the physical and emotional needs of patients with cancer. Effective interpersonal communication: Ability to connect with patients, families and healthcare teams in various modes of communication (verbal, written, Zoom, email). Experience providing physiotherapy care in an interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated effective time management and organization skills. Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve conflict situations. Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite programs (Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, Word). Connect Care training. Experience assigning, supervising, and evaluating tasks provided to therapy assistants is preferred. Open to change and learning new skills. Preferred Qualifications:Minimum 5 years of oncology experience in an urban adult inpatient or outpatient setting. Minimum 3 years working in a palliative care environment. Neurorehabilitation experience. Certified Lymphedema Therapist status (e.g. Klose, Vodder, Norton). Professional development within the last 12 months related to oncology. Experience facilitating groups and classes. AADL authorizer for compression garments and/ or mobility aids.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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