University Health Network

Canada’s largest research hospital network

Registered Massage Therapist

Rehabilitation TherapiesUpdated on Nov 13

Part-timeBarrie, ON, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A recognized Massage Therapy degree or diploma is required.
Registration with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario is required.
Proof of valid malpractice insurance is required.

Responsibilities

Set goals and provide treatment plans for clients to initiate appropriate treatment interventions based on clinical assessment.
Gauge clients’ soft-tissue condition, joint function and quality, range of motion, and muscle strength.
Propose a specific treatment plan for each client.
Consult with other health care professionals in an interdisciplinary team to develop client treatment plans.
Evaluate client progress on an ongoing basis, administer and collect outcome measurement information, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and communicate with appropriate referral sources and stakeholders.
Educate clients on improving posture and teach strengthening, stretching, rehabilitative exercises, and relaxation techniques.
Perform cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.
Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies, and contraventions in a timely manner.

Desired Qualifications

At least one year of experience working in an interdisciplinary practice is preferred.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Barrie
Department: Altum Health
Reports to: Site Manager
Wage Range: Fee for Service
Hours: 15 hours per week
Shifts: Days,Monday - Friday
Status: Independent Contractor
Closing Date: Open until filled

Altum Health is seeking an experienced Registered Massage Therapist to support our Barrie site. The successful individual would have the knowledge, skills and abilities in rehabilitation and return to work of injured workers. Primary responsibilities include: setting goals and providing treatment plans for clients to initiate appropriate treatment intervention based on clinical assessment.

The massage therapist must gauge the condition of the client’s soft tissues, the joint function and quality, range of motion, and muscle strength. The massage therapist must propose a specific treatment plan for the client. The massage therapist will consult with other health care professionals in an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans for clients. The massage therapist is to provide ongoing evaluation of client progress, administer and collect outcome measurement information, participate in quality improvement initiatives, communicate to appropriate referral sources and stakeholders. The massage therapist should educate clients on how to improve their posture and teach them strengthening, stretching, and rehabilitative exercises as well as relaxation techniques. Performs cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested. Works in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention’s of the Act, in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 Year working in an interdisciplinary practice preferred
Recognized Massage Therapy Degree/Diploma
Registration with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario required
Proof of valid malpractice insurance required

Additional Information

About the Company

University Health Network

Canada’s largest research hospital network

University Health Network is a network of Canada’s largest research hospitals that delivers patient care across its hospitals and institutes while conducting extensive research and providing education and training. It provides clinical services, runs trials, and translates discoveries into practice through areas like genomics, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, neurosciences, and rehabilitation. Its distinct advantage comes from its scale as Canada’s largest research hospital, its university affiliation, and its integration of patient care with multidisciplinary research and donor-supported programs. Its goal is to transform lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery, and learning, always prioritizing patients and upholding safety, compassion, teamwork, integrity, and stewardship.

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