Physiotherapist - Stroke & Outreach

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union:  Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position:  Replacement
Site:  Toronto Western Hospital
Department:  Allied Health
Reports to:  Manager, Allied Health & Geriatrics
Salary Range: $43.47 - $54.34 per hour
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts:  Within 8.00am - 4.00pm on Weekdays and rotational Weekends
Status:  Permanent Full-time 
Closing Date: August 20, 2026

Position Summary 

The Physiotherapist provides assessment and treatment across acute care areas and fulfills the role of Stroke Outreach PT, including consultative assessments in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and the TIA and Minor Stroke Unit. The position supports stroke education and participates in initiatives to optimize care across the Toronto Stroke Network.

As an integral member of the Allied Health department, the Physiotherapist (PT) provides evidence-based and patient-centred assessment and treatment of acute care adult inpatients with acute neurovascular conditions, primarily stroke. The successful candidate will work with a collaborative interprofessional team, participate in rounds, meetings and quality initiatives, and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. PT services are coordinated to provide a seven day a week service to our patients, with all team members participating in a rotational service model. The successful candidate will also fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT. In this capacity, they will provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network.

Duties

• The candidate will perform all other duties as required
• The successful candidate will also fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT
• Provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network
• Support the development and implementation of best practice models of physiotherapist in the acute care setting at TWH
• In collaboration with other members of the physiotherapist inpatient team, they will provide assessment and treatment for patients across the hospital; as required
• Participate in the clinical education of physiotherapy students
• Participate in Allied Health meetings and quality initiatives
• Perform other functions consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

• Masters of Science degree in Physiotherapy, or equivalent based on Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association preferred
• Experience in the assessment and treatment of critical care, acute surgical and general medicine patients experience required
• Previous experience in an acute care Hospital environment; preferred
• Experience working with Neurovascular patients, stroke best practice, and current stroke care initiatives
• Oxygen titration and suctioning experience and rostering of skills
• Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
• Complies with the legislation outlined in the Regulated Health Professions Act, (1991) and the Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
• Recognitizes and acts within the scope and limitations of the physiotherapists role
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
• Computer literacy

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.