Academic Practice Consultant - Physiotherapy

Who We Are

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada’s largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support he wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children’s Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:           April 12, 2024

Deadline:      April 25, 2024

Non-Union

Department Name

Academic Practice Consultant - Physiotherapy

The Academic Practice Consultant  facilities the development of structures, systems and resources to support and advance professional practice. The Academic Practice Consultant, working with other members of the Practice team, is responsible for the development, monitoring and evaluation of evolving standards of the practice within an interdisciplinary care model. The role also collaborates with leadership and professional staff to ensure the integration of practice standards in program design, resource planning and allocation, and in the delivery of patient-centered care.

Each Academic Practice Consultant will be assigned to several clinical portfolios to provide primary support.

In addition to the above responsibilities, each Academic Practice Consultant may be involved in the following:

• Evidence-Based Practice
• Healthy Work Environment
• Clinical Informatics
• Policy & Standards
• Professional Development & Education
• Research & Innovation
• Recruit Evaluation
• Evaluation of Supplies and Technology/Equipment

Regular Full-Time

Rate of Pay:             $47.85  per hour - $59.81 per hour

Hours of Work:         37.5 hours per week

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Master's Degree in Physiotherapy
• Current registration with from a college recognized under the Regulated Health Professions Act
• Minimum five (5) years of recent related experience
• Demonstrated record of strong, positive leadership in the respective profession
• Experience functioning in a multi-disciplinary health care environment
• Demonstrated ability to influence organizational and professional directions from a staff position
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in program development, evaluation, and education
• Eligibility for cross-appointment with the Faculty of Health Sciences
• Evidence of proficiency in estalishing interpersonal relationships, consensus building, conflict resolution, consultation and coaching/mentoring
• Knowledge of current professional practice issues and care delivery systems
• Demonstrated research and research facilitation expertise
• Advanced expertise in application of adult learning principles
• Advanced project management skills
• Advanced computer skills: Microsoft Office, internet and literature searches
• 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 Vision, Purpose and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:  

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to: 

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;  

• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);  

• Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health’s current definition of being fully vaccinated  

• For more information visit https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements 

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position. 

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 equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca . 

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an 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 6 months. 

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee’s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.