Your Opportunity:

Family health teams provide comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. The role of the physiotherapist in the Hamilton Family Health Team (HFHT) is to complement existing services and improve the care of complex patients including those experiencing chronic pain and other chronic health conditions.

The physiotherapy (PT) role will focus on high need populations who do not otherwise have access to physiotherapy supports in the community. The successful candidate will be responsible to assess and treat individuals who self-refer or are referred by HFHT physicians. Additional post-graduate training in pelvic health physiotherapy is preferred. 

The PT will diagnose within their scope of practice and establish and implement evidence informed treatment plans that include integration with existing community services. The PT will participate in and lead group programs within the HFHT, such as a chronic pain self-management group program and osteoarthritis group exercise programs. Expertise in the GLAD program would be an asset.

A strong knowledge of community-based programs and services to facilitate clients’ access to external services to meet individual needs and manage caseload demands.

Requirements and Responsibilities

• Successful completion of an entry level BSc (PT), MSc (PT) or equivalent
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario
• Primary Care experience is preferred along with a supportive approach to patients that may struggle with social determinants of health.
• Pelvic health physiotherapy post-graduate training is preferred
• Proficiency completing clinical assessments and evidence-based care plans for patients with complex conditions, including chronic pain while working with them to develop self-management skills.
• Experience working as part of an inter-professional team
• Ability to build effective, professional relationships with patients, provide a supportive approach to care and guide patients to work towards independence.
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Understanding of quality improvement processes as they relate to patient care and program evaluation.
• Creating and delivering population health interventions that include all levels of prevention (i.e., primary, secondary, tertiary)
• Experience working with computers and technology (i.e. EMRs, Microsoft Teams)
• Experience facilitating group education sessions is preferred
• Experience or interest in supervising student learners from physiotherapy and other health care professions
• Knowledge of Hamilton health and social services

Location(s):

• 123 James Street North
• 688 Queensdale Ave. E.

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Your Opportunity:

This is your opportunity to significantly shape and influence health outcomes for the Hamilton community.

We are currently recruiting a temporary full-time Business and Performance Management Analyst to join our team. This role ensures optimal channeling of funding to partner organizations and supports key decision-making processes through insightful analyses and visualizations. The Analyst collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, particularly finance and clinical services, to deliver actionable insights that enhance organizational performance.

Are You Experienced In…

• Developing, creating, and maintaining standard reports and performance dashboards using tools like Excel and Power BI.
• Conducting in-depth financial and operational analyses, identifying trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensuring effective channelization of funding to partner organizations, monitoring outcomes and performance.
• Providing detailed business and operational insights that support decision-making across the organization.
• Data Management and Visualization
• Maintaining organized databases to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and other critical metrics.
• Utilizing Power BI, Excel, and other reporting tools to visualize business data, ensuring clarity and accessibility for stakeholders.
• Developing automated reporting solutions that streamline data collection and analysis.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborating with the finance and clinical services teams to provide data-driven insights into performance and service delivery outcomes.
• Working closely with the Finance Manager and Decision Support team to deliver intuitive dashboards and analyses that support timely and informed decision-making.
• Assisting in the preparation of presentations, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Ad Hoc Analysis
• Conducting ad hoc financial and operational analyses to support urgent business needs and special projects.
• Providing timely and accurate insights on demand, addressing specific queries from senior leadership and key stakeholders.

 ***The above responsibilities are not to be considered all-inclusive. 

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Your Opportunity:

As a HFHT Dietitian, you will be completing individual nutrition assessments, developing nutrition care plans and providing nutrition counselling for the management of conditions commonly seen in family practice including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, gastrointestinal disorders, disordered eating, bariatric care and other medical needs.  You must have the proven ability to work effectively with patients, physicians and other health professionals in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.  Experience in group facilitation, motivational interviewing and additional languages are considered assets.  

The Hamilton Family Health Team is seeking one Registered Dietitian for a 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week) position. The Hamilton Family Health Team is actively committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.  

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide medical nutrition therapy for chronic disease management and prevention identifying nutrition problems, assessing nutritional status of patients, developing nutrition care plans and evaluate and monitoring effectiveness of nutrition interventions
• Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments identifying stages of change, socio-economic and cultural factors impacting health behaviours
• Utilize appropriate counselling techniques including motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. 
• Communicate nutrition care plans and debrief with primary care team members as needed
• Ensure ongoing nutritional care by maintaining complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence, and by monitoring client progress on a regular basis.
• Safeguard client records and assures confidentiality of client information.
• Identify opportunities for quality improvement for nutrition services and interdisciplinary work.
• Work together within RD group to create resources to enhance patient access to timely, evidence-based primary care nutrition.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups with other staff of the FHT.
• Assist in the education of staff, students, volunteers and peer support workers and supervision of internship placements. 
• Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development activities and maintaining license to practice.
• Comply with all relevant HFHT policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Other duties as required. 

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Your Opportunity:

As a Mental Health Counsellor you will be part of the team in the fast-paced practices of family physicians. You will work collaboratively with other health professionals to provide comprehensive, accessible primary health care, honouring patient choice in how best care will be delivered (in-person, telephone, video).

In addition to providing excellent mental health assessments and treatment to primary care patients across the age span, you will support the mental health care capacity of the team.

Do You…

• Embrace opportunities to develop professionally in a progressive, collaborative, and highly engaged multi-disciplinary health team
• Understand and respond to the social determinants of health, working toward greater health equity
• Have an anti-oppressive practice, embracing the diversity of our community, including race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, and gender identity
• Appreciate the flexibility of providing telephone, video and in-person care, with potential to have a hybrid work in office/work from home schedule.

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Location: 

688 Queensdale Avenue, Hamilton ON

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Seeing and assessing general family practice patients,
• Prescribing appropriate medications and developing care plans,
• Well adult and well child visits including vaccinations and PAP smears,
• Reviewing laboratory results,
• Consulting and working with MD, RN and medical office assistant. 

Qualifications and Skills:

• Nurse Practitioner license in good standing,
• Experience in a Family Practice setting preferred,
• Comfortable seeing patients independently with MD support available,
• Ability to work with existing team members.

This position is for two days per week, Monday & Thursday preferred but can discuss. There is excellent opportunity for long term if a good fit moving forward. 

Application Instructions:

Please forward resume and letter of interest to gordon.clark@medportal.ca 

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

*posted November 26, 2024

Location: 

Westmount Community Health Center

723 Rymal Rd West- suite 800, Hamilton ON

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• provide patient care in a primary care setting, including assessment, investigation, diagnosis and management
• work alongside the multidisciplinary team to provide preventive care, health promotion, patient education
• make referrals independently, as appropriate, to physician specialists
• maintain accurate records in the EMR
• review test results and provide appropriate follow-up

Qualifications and Skills:

• current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a RN-EC (extended class)
• excellent communication/ interpersonal skills
• primary care experience is an asset, but not essential
• experience with EMR is an asset, but not essential

Application Instructions:

Please email cover letter and resume to westmountclinic723@gmail.com 

We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

*posted November 21, 2024

Location: Harvard Square – 801 Mohawk Rd. West

AVAILABLE – ASAP

Responsibilities:

greeting and guiding patients into clinic rooms
prepare room and patient for doctor’s appointments – take BP, temperature, etc., as needed
order lab supplies
confirm specialist appointments
other clinic duties as needed

Qualifications and Skills:

previous clinical experience would be an asset, however, we will train
ability to record, monitor and report the patient’s condition to the Dr., both written and verbally
medical terminology is an asset
Benefits:
Free parking, 3 days paid sick starting 1st year
2 weeks paid holiday to start (negotiable)

How to Apply:

Interested applicants please email resume and cover letter to: clinicsolve@gmail.com

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

*posted November 14, 2024

Hours: 9-12, 9-6 depending on day, sat 9-12 (one in four) – Works out to 25 to 28 hours per week
Lunch: 12:30 to 1 :30
Hourly Wage: $20 – $24 based on experience
AVAILABLE – ASAP
Responsibilities:

Book patients for appointment in slotted times for MD and NP
Ensure all booking notes are read (e.g. If patient needs rostering)
Scan all documents faxed or other to patient charts
Check valid Health Card on patient presentation
Check patients into room and take Weight prior to room
Clean all rooms after each patient encounter
Answer all calls promptly, put on HOLD if needed
Keep each room supplied with supplies and equipment as needed.
Do referral to specialists and as per messages from physician/NP Ensure patient got what needed upon leaving
Order supplies, vaccines and ensure FRIDGE readings are recorded daily
Other responsibilities related to running a doctor’s office as may come up from time to time such as using WORD to print office information, using spreadsheets for billing and setting meeting agendas.
Job Qualifications:

Some experience in a medical office- preferably graduate of medical administration course.
Some knowledge of medical terminology.
Good communication skills.
Ability to work well independently and detailed in work.
Good work ethic- willing to learn
Benefits:
Free parking, 3 days paid sick starting 1st year
2 weeks paid holiday to start (negotiable)

How to Apply:

Interested applicants please email resume and cover letter to: nalezny@gmail.com

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

*posted November 14, 2024

Location: Harvard Square – 801 Mohawk Road West, Hamilton

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• physical exams,
• obtain patient histories and develop treatment plans,
• diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions,
• prescribe medications and therapies as needed. 

Qualifications and Skills:

• degree in Nursing with NP Certification,
• current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, 
• strong clinical skills and the ability to work independently,
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• ability to manage multiple patients with diverse needs.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants please email resume and cover letter to: clinicsolve@gmail.com 

We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

*posted October 15, 2024