Calian is proud to continue a longstanding 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 Moose Jaw, SK Job Type Part Time Position Overview Calian Health Services is seeking a parttime Physiotherapist for the Canadian Forces Health Services Centre in Moose Jaw to provide comprehensive consultation, assessment, and treatment in the physiotherapy sectionboth by booked appointment and walkinsand the Care Delivery Unit (CDU) via sick parade and/or consultation, as part of the collaborative practice model. The role involves serving a generally fit and motivated client base. Responsibilities Deliver physiotherapy and rehabilitation interventions using evidencebased approaches and best practices in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and scope of practice. Carry a full orthopedic caseload. Provide assessment and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal conditions resulting mainly from sports and training injuries as well as work injuries and accidents. Obtain and document informed patient consent for assessment and treatment through an accurate explanation and instruction. Provide screening assessments, education and orthoses recommendations in a direct access setting such as CDU walkins. Prescribe exercises to optimally rehabilitate and prevent injuries and promote fitness. Provide manual therapy and soft tissue techniques for neuromusculoskeletal conditions, scar tissue, muscle tension, circulatory disorders and lymphatic problems. Utilize pain management techniques that may include acupuncture (needling below the dermis). Provide ergonomics education including the provision of onsite assessments in the patients workplace. Provide physiotherapy related education to patients and members of the health care team in topics such as injury prevention and health promotion issues. Perform biomechanical foot assessments including orthotics fitting and fabrication. Contribute to the design, preparation and provision of programs integral to the operation of the physiotherapy clinic such as programs specializing in proprioceptive rehabilitation, reintegration, or back pain selfmanagement. Participate in ongoing management of patient care by presenting cases during interdisciplinary meetings, attending clinical rounds, conducting patient conferences, and scheduling additional followup care. Perform daily clinical documentation for all patient interactions in accordance with CF and provincial regulatory body requirements. Qualifications Current licence in good standing from the province of Saskatchewan. Minimum one year of experience working in orthopedics or sports medicine and either Manual Therapy Level 1; McKenzie Part A; or Acupuncture Certification such as AFCI or Dry Needling Certification. Valid certificate of Standard First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) to Healthcare Provider or equivalent such as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator (CPA/AED) Level C. Additional Requirements Ability to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level. Security Clearances A security clearance and/or vulnerable sector screening might be required for this position. Recruiter will walk through the security clearance requirement and process. Perks and Benefits Patientfocused approach to treatment with emphasis on evidencebased rehab and active treatment techniques. Weekday hours, 7:30am4pm no evenings or weekends. Focus on treatment; no billing/marketing responsibilities. Unlimited access to resources for patients. Spacious treatment areas. Motivated patient population. Collaborative multidisciplinary team. Inhouse and onbase facilities providing extensive access to exercise programming, 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 fulltime positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Physiotherapist