Physiotherapist, Development and Rehabilitation – Temporary Full-Time (1.0) (until March 2027)

If you are a current CHEO employee with access to Workday, please apply to this posting via the Workday application as an internal applicant using the Jobs Hub. 
 

To successfully apply for this position, please submit your application by 11:59 pm the day before the advertised closing date in the posting to ensure your application is received.   
 

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. 
 
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. 
 
Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. 
 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physiotherapist assumes the clinical responsibility for services to infants and children with a physical and /or documented developmental delay/ disability. The Physiotherapist functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing services such as: assessment, direct intervention and consultation to families and other caregivers. These services take place at CHEO service delivery sites, the home environment and/or childcare settings. 
 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides individual assessments related to gross motor function, mobility equipment and accessibility
• Provides intervention in the form of direct therapy (group or individual), consultation and/or written programs.
• Participates in team meetings and other support functions related to the delivery of physiotherapy services
• Provides in-services, professional and community presentations on all aspects of physiotherapy.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and initiatives.
• Participates in clinical teaching and supervision of student interns from accredited physiotherapy programs.
• Participates in staff development and relevant research activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (Essential)
• Minimum two years recent/related experience working with infants and preschool children with developmental delays or disabilities. (Essential)
• Demonstrates flexibility in working within other programs and ability to adapt to a changing caseload and venues for service delivery. (Essential)
• Computer skills an asset (MS Word, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint). (Essential)
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and ability to work in a team setting. (Essential)
• Training in N.D.T. (Neuro Developmental Technique) and/or other specialized techniques (Preferred)
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle (Essential)
• Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
• Bilingualism (English and French) (Essential)
   

Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs.
 

You will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening.  Pre-screening might include testing.
 

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process.  This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.  
 

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.     
 

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.