Physical Therapist

Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada provides ultra-specialized short-term orthopedic care to children in Quebec, other Canadian provinces, the United States and around the world. Affiliated with the Réseau universitaire intégré de santé et service sociaux McGill (RUISSS), the hospital promotes excellence and innovation in care, teaching and research. Working at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada means working in a patient and family centered care environment where there are many opportunities for professional development. You will work in an innovative, creative and multidisciplinary environment focused on improving the quality of life of children and their families.

With its committed and dedicated staff, Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada has been helping children reach their full potential for over 90 years.

We are looking for physiotherapists to join our dynamic team in Rehabilitation.

The physical therapist will be responsible for the evaluation of the physical and functional status of the child / youth that presents with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardio-respiratory system impairments, limitations or restrictions. In keeping with a goal of structuring / supporting the development / recovery of functional autonomy, he determines a treatment plan based on clinical relevance, with appropriate dosing, carries out interventions and provides support for the necessary transition / discharge.

• Bachelor or Master's degree in physical therapy
• Member of l’ordre professionnel de la physiothérapie du Québec
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the field of musculoskeletal or pediatric rehabilitation

Skills and competencies

• Fluency in French written and spoken; capacity to communicate (written and spoken) in English is required in order to support or collaborate with English-speaking clients and/or stakeholders
• Able to work in an interdisciplinary team, to collaborate with a focus on complementarities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative, resourceful, able to problem solve
• Excellent sense of responsibility and priorities
• Ability to adapt to changes, to name issues perceived (e.g. success factors and constraints / barriers to be considered)