MSK Assessor - Regional MSK Initiative

Posting Period

Open:        April 20, 2024

Deadline:   April 26, 2024

Non-Union

Department Name

Regional MSK Initiative

The Musculoskeletal Program (MSK Program) is a program funded by the Province of Ontario’s Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. It is an innovative, upstream, shared-care model of care in which patients receive hip/knee assessment, education and evidence-based self-management plans. It is designed to decrease the prevalence of unmanageable hip/knee issues, reduce unnecessary diagnostic imaging as well as unnecessary specialist referral.

 All MSK Programs will be connected through a centralized referral and clinic management system.

Reporting to the Manager, the Assessor conducts orthopedic assessments on patients across southwest region. The MSK Assessor provides a defined program of care to the patient with an emphasis on education, self-management and health promotion strategies; develops a collaborative care plan with the patient and their primary care provider and documents progress against the care plan; and identifies signs and symptoms requiring a change in the plan of care, requisitions diagnostic imaging/testing if required, or referral to a physician specialist. Locations anticipated are Stratford and Woodstock; however, other sites may be required as operations dictate.

Regular Part-Time

Rate of Pay:                 $43.04 per hour - $53.80 per hour

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Master's Degree in a health-related discipline preferred
• Current certificate of registration from a recognized Regulatory College
• Minimum of five (5) years recent, related clinical experience following completion of an accredited, entry-to-practice program in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Chiropractic Medicine, or Nurse Practitioner Program or equivalent
• Successful completion of a post-graduate musculoskeletal-related credentialing program or a total of four (4) or more years of clinical experience in the musculoskeletal-hip & knee area
• Previous experience in an advanced practice role in an integrated primary care environment is an asset
• Proficiency with computer-based electronic medical records system and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to both in-person and virtual care, as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to the changing healthcare environment, policies and procedures
• Demonstrated relevant administrative experience
• Demonstrated proficient communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated advanced organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in order to establish priorities and workflow
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and leadership
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

• Successful candidates will be required to complete a health review which includes providing vaccination records or proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella(Chicken Pox). In addition candidates will need to provide documentation of Tuberculosis Skin testing and a completed COVID vaccine series (two vaccines).

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 3 months.