Physiotherapist - Stroke & Outreach
University Health Network
| Company | University Health Network |
| Category | Healthcare |
| Location | Toronto |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Within 8.00am - 4.00pm on Weekdays and rotational Weekends
Status: Permanent Full-time
Closing Date: August 20, 2026
Position Summary
The Physiotherapist provides assessment and treatment across acute care areas and fulfills the role of Stroke Outreach PT, including consultative assessments in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and the TIA and Minor Stroke Unit. The position supports stroke education and participates in initiatives to optimize care across the Toronto Stroke Network.
As an integral member of the Allied Health department, the Physiotherapist (PT) provides evidence-based and patient-centred assessment and treatment of acute care adult inpatients with acute neurovascular conditions, primarily stroke. The successful candidate will work with a collaborative interprofessional team, participate in rounds, meetings and quality initiatives, and assist with coverage across other clinical service areas as necessary. PT services are coordinated to provide a seven day a week service to our patients, with all team members participating in a rotational service model. The successful candidate will also fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT. In this capacity, they will provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network.
Duties
• The candidate will perform all other duties as required
• The successful candidate will also fill the role of Stroke Outreach PT
• Provide consultative assessment in the Stroke Prevention Clinic and TIA and Minor Stroke Unit, as well as support stroke education and participate in initiative development to optimize care for persons with stroke across the Toronto Stroke Network
• Support the development and implementation of best practice models of physiotherapist in the acute care setting at TWH
• In collaboration with other members of the physiotherapist inpatient team, they will provide assessment and treatment for patients across the hospital; as required
• Participate in the clinical education of physiotherapy students
• Participate in Allied Health meetings and quality initiatives
• Perform other functions consistent with the job classification, as required