Hand Therapist

Job Description

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies:  1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site:  Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Allied Health Manager
Salary Range:  $44.45 to $55.57
Hours: 37.5
Shifts: Days
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: November 30, 2026

Position Summary 

As an integral member of Allied Health and the Hand Program, the Hand Therapist is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients in the Hand Therapy Program at Toronto Western Hospital.

• Responsible for assessing and treating patients within the Hand Therapy Program at Toronto Western Hospital as an integral member of Allied Health and the Hand Program.

• Participates in service, departmental, Allied Health and UHN meetings.

• Contributes to quality improvement activities and initiatives.

• Provides education to patients, families, students and interdisciplinary team members.

• Participates in research activities as required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy or recognized equivalent
• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario or College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Minimum 1–2 years' experience with musculoskeletal disorders
• Experience in assessment and treatment of hands and upper extremity strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Effective written, oral and non-verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a diverse interdisciplinary team in a busy clinic setting
• Sound critical thinking and time-management skills related to caseload management
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job
• Membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association or Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists an asset  
• Qualified or in progress to achieving Certified Hand Therapist through Hand Therapy Certification Commission preferred. 
• Experience in an acute-care setting is an asset

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 https://hoopp.com/)
• 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.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.

Compensation: 44.45 to 55.57 (CAD) (HOURLY)