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Job Summary:
Reporting to a Manager/Coordinator, the Outpatient Physical Therapist is responsible for the planning, development, organization and delivery of therapy services within the framework of the interdisciplinary neuro rehab team.  Caseload consists of neurologically involved clients referred from community, acute care and inpatient rehab.

Qualifications:
Education:
Minimum requirement is a baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy from a program which is recognized by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.  Must be licensed by the Saskatchewan College of Physical Therapists and be eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.

Experience:
Extensive experience in treating clients who have a neurologically based functional disability is an asset.  Experience with adaptive seating is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of acute care treatment, neuro rehab, and community based health systems is of value.  Advanced training in movement analysis and handling skills pertaining to neurologically involved patients is an asset.

Additional Information:
Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.  HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.

Please submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.  This vacancy is for position #38859.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and/or VSC during the recruitment and selection process.