Job Description
Physiotherapist
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MLTC was created by nine First Nations located in north-west Saskatchewan who have constitutionally recognized aboriginal rights and Treaty Rights under Treaties #6, #8 and #10. The primary purpose of MLTC is to serve those First Nations in their aspirations for cultural, economic and political autonomy. As a private sector employer engaged primarily in promoting and serving the interests of the member First Nations, MLTC asserts its right to provide preferential treatment to First Nations people, giving them priority in decisions on employment matters such as hiring, and this can extend to measures such as opening competitions only to First Nations people.
- This competition is open to all applicants; and
- Preference will be given to qualified First Nations applicants or other Indigenous applicants who self-declare as being a First Nations person or of other Indigenous ancestry;
The Meadow Lake Tribal Council is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the full time, permanent position of Physiotherapist. The successful candidate work with people who have various types of disabilities to achieve their functional goals. These goals may include, but are not limited to: accessibility (home, school, community, etc.), mobility (wheelchairs, walkers), and motor skills (coordination, range of motion, walking), or daily living skills for mobility and transfers. Through observation and assessment an individualized treatment plan can be created and recommendations will be made.
DUTIES (include but not limited to):
· Provide consultative services to clients and their family, community health nurses, physicians, home care and support staff.
· Assess individuals with formal and informal measures to identify areas that require physiotherapy services and will collaborate with the client to develop goals and program plan along with health team.
· Create reports which provide recommendations to the home or community-based team which may include (but are not limited to): adapting activities, providing equipment, creating individualized programming and making suggestions to improve client’s desired and potential function.
· Follow up with individuals/caregivers /staff on a regular basis. Work one on one with individual to improve skills in specific areas.
· Collaboration with Health Team members regarding promotion of physical wellness through education.
· Capacity building for home health aide support related to client function and activities of daily living and staff safety while providing care.
· Active member of the MLTC Health Team.
QUALIFICATIONS/ SKILLS/ABILITIES:
· Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy
· Registered with the Saskatchewan College of Physical Therapist
· Previous experience working with First Nation individuals/communities will be considered.
· Proficient with computers, i.e., Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
· Ability to travel extensively and possession of a valid driver’s license
· Ability to speak/understand Cree/Dene and cultural competence is considered a valuable asset.
· Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience.
Interested applicants are invited to submit: A letter of application; resume stating qualifications, related work experience, copies of credentials, current RCMP Security Clearance (Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check), copy of valid driver’s license; and three (3) most recent professional supervisory references to:
Human Resources Department
8003 Flying Dust Reserve
MEADOW LAKE, SK S9X 1T8
Phone: (306) 236-5654 Fax: (306) 236-3509
For more information on position requirements, please contact Girija Nair, Nursing Program Director at (306) 236-5817 or visit the MLTC website at www.mltc.net
Deadline: Friday, July 28, 2023
MLTC sincerely appreciates and thanks all individuals for their applications, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2023-07-28
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