Chiropodist
Company
Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centres
Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre (Parkdale Queen West CHC) is a dynamic, community-based health care organization serving mid-west downtown Toronto. Offering a broad range of services, including primary health care, dental care, harm reduction, health promotion, counselling, and community development programming, we are also committed to serving people who face barriers to health care, and we strive to reduce these barriers. We are seeking an experienced Chiropodist who share our passion for making a difference; you see this role as an opportunity to take the next step in your successful career while contributing to a vision of Inclusive Communities. Responsive Healthcare. Healthier Lives.
Location
1229 Queen St. West
Duties
General Responsibilities
1. Assessment and treatment of foot conditions, including but not limited to diabetic foot care, nail care, biomechanical assessments, custom orthotic casting and dispensing, wound care, measuring for compression stockings, and procedures such as PNA/TNA/soft tissue lesion excisions.
2. Instrument reprocessing.
3. Works closely with staff to provide foot care within a broader multi-disciplinary team.
4. May provide services at designated outreach locations in the community.
5. Maintains required records, reports and statistics including supplies inventory.
Requirements
Qualifications:
1. Graduate of a recognized college of Podiatry/Chiropody with a certificate of practice by the College of Chiropodists in Ontario to work to full scope, including injection and prescription privileges.
2. Demonstrated ability to fit for orthotics.
3. Experience in community-based practice and working with marginalized populations.
4. Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
5. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
6. Ability to work in a flexible manner which will ensure client access to service.
7. Good organizational and time management skills.
8. Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
Start Date
2025-04-01
Hours
35
Salary
$67,572 to $78,974 per annum
Comments
Parental Leave, temporary contract
Contact
Name
Eder Castaneda
Address
1229 Queen Street West and 168 Bathurst St.
Telephone
416 230 7216
Other Email
Job Posting Link
Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centreswebsite
Display Date
2025-03-20
Expiry Date
Until Filled