Physiotherapist - 2 Positions

Title:                       Physiotherapist – 2 Positions

Division:                  Rehabilitation Services

Site:                         Moose Factory, Ontario

Reports to:              Director of Clinical Resources

Status:                     Permanent Full-Time

The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of 2 -Physiotherapists.

Who We Are

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is the leading health care provider on the western James Bay coast. WAHA comprises of hospitals in Moose Factory, Fort Albany, and Attawapiskat, with a Health Centre in Moosonee. WAHA also provides regional outpatient programs, as well as Paramedicine services in Moose Factory, Moosonee, Fort Albany, Kashechewan, Attawapiskat, and Peawanuck. The span of services, complexity of care needs in the region, and the depth of health integration has made WAHA a leader and a model of health care services in Northern Ontario. WAHA consists of 450 employees, a Physician team, many students, as well as community stakeholders. It is affiliated with Queens University and offers many educational opportunities for current and prospective team members.

Who You Are

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong team work and communication skills
• Motivated professional who can work with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of practice and regulations
• Travel to all coastal sites

What You”ll Do

• Provide assessment, treatment, and education to all inpatient, outpatient, and regional clients
• Plan, implement, and evaluate methods of treatment while modifying when necessary
• Contributes to departmental operational plan while advancing the goals and objectives of the organization
• Develops, establishes, and maintains standards of knowledge, skills, and competence by developing programs to promote continuing education
• Comply with all regulations and professional directives as provided by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

What You Bring

• Current registration with College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Masters degree in Physical Therapy
• Experience working in a hospital setting is considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to manage a large/diversified workload with rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines
• ADP authorizer for mobility devices (wheelchairs & walkers) – or willing to obtain
• Knowledge and sensitivity of Indigenous health issues and of the geographic region

What We Offer

• Defined contribution pension plan (HOOPP) and health and welfare benefits
• Subsidized housing provided
• Retention and travel benefits
• Working for an organization currently undergoing development and transformation

Join our Team

The successful candidate must provide a valid Vulnerable Section Screen Check within a specified time frame.

Please apply in writing, with three recent professional references, quoting Competition #2024-180 or #2024-260 to:

Human Resources

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority

P.O. Box 664

Moose Factory, ON  P0L 1W0

• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted
• These positions will remain open until filled
• Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Weeneebayko Area Health Authority, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada

 Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer.  Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.