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- Provide primary care to individuals and their families, on-site and in the community, taking into account risk factors (environmental, socio-economic, psychological, and medical) in a manner that is understandable to the client and, when applicable, their families.
- To provide health care, treatment plans, health education, and support for clients
- To participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling and health promotion services for individuals, families and the community
- To order/interpret results of screening, diagnostic lab tests, X-rays, and ultrasounds
- Provide clinical care to pre- and post-natal pregnant women and their newborns, including breastfeeding support programs
- To determine the need for and implement health promotion, primary and secondary prevention strategies for individuals, families and communities
- Explore innovative service delivery approaches
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery with an emphasis on health promotion, risk reduction, and injury prevention
- To support and counsel clients in managing their chronic disease
- Familiarity with client-centered and self-management approaches to chronic disease prevention and management
- Thorough familiarity with therapeutic methods and practices based upon a health promotion/disease prevention model
- Maintain and develop competence through appropriate continuing education methods
- Bachelor of Nursing Degree with Extended Class Certificate of Competence from CNO in primary health care
- Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario with professional liability insurance
- Affiliation with the Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO)
- Experience working as a Registered Nurse Practitioner in a community setting is an asset
- Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Privacy Act, Consent of Information/Records of Information, and Medical Records Management
- Familiarity with electronic medical records, e.g., NOD, PSS, is an asset
- Proficient with computer software including MS Office, Internet, and email
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary Demonstrated ability to work well with women, youth, marginalized population and diverse ethno-racial and cultural groups
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of program development and implementation
- Awareness of and sensitivity to the health issues of a diverse community
- Sound knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention is an asset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to multitask and be flexible and organized
- Must be able to provide criminal record check clearance
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Knowledge of the Rexdale community
The Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) is a multi-service centre providing primary health care, health promotion and community support services, including settlement and community development acti...
- Provides comprehensive care to populations facing multiple barriers, ensuring access to those most vulnerable.
- Provide itinerant services from multiple locations to increase access for populations facing barriers to care.
- Work collaboratively within the team to develop and implement group-based exercise programs in the community (primarily older adults/seniors).
- Work collaboratively with the team to develop pathways/programs to link individuals to ongoing access to exercise programs in the community.
- In collaboration with the Manager and Director, develop and implement an evaluation for group programs and pathways.
- Participate in the ongoing evaluation of the group.
- Supports the Center’s student and volunteer placement programs and supervises students and volunteers as required.
- Contributes to the programs and services cycle of planning and evaluation, and participates in organization-wide planning, committees, and staff meetings as appropriate.
- Maintains and develops professional competence through appropriate continuing education methods.
- Contributes to activities to collect, analyze, and report on data and relevant information, and participates in research when appropriate.
- Safeguards client records, assures confidentiality of client information, and seeks to minimize risk.
- Identifies areas where the development of protocols and procedures is needed to improve client services or to promote more effective staff functioning.
- Contributes to efforts to secure and maximize resources for current and new programs, services, and activities.
- Complies with all relevant organizational policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Maintains all licenses, certificates, and standards related to the ability to practice as a Kinesiologist in Ontario.
- Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals.
- Perform duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Complies with all relevant Centre policies, procedures, and protocols;
- Works during both regular and extended hours of operation in locations identified by the Centre;
- Respects and values the diversity of communities and individuals;
- Supports the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of the Centre and ensures that organizational accountability systems are implemented.
- Registered Kinesiologist from the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario or another recognized educational institution.
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario Kinesiologist Association (OKA).
- Experience in program planning, development, monitoring, and evaluation, and working collaboratively with external partners.
- Extensive experience in leading group-based exercise programs, in particular for seniors.
- Experience providing comprehensive care to populations facing multiple barriers and with comorbidities, including mental health and addictions.
- Experience working in a team-based environment, in particular with other rehabilitation professionals.
- Experience working in a primary health care team or community setting is considered an asset.
- Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in current professional best practices.
- GLAD certification is an asset.
- Experience in pulmonary rehabilitation or cardiac rehabilitation is considered an asset.
- Experience with fall prevention programs is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated ability, commitment to, and knowledge of community health care.
- Experience working from a framework that is trauma-informed, with a focus on anti-black and indigenous racism, discrimination, and oppression, and ensuring a positive space.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with clients in a culturally diverse practice population and with colleagues.
- Excellent communication, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict management, and time management skills.
- Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications.
- Second language, relevant to catchment area populations, is an asset.
The Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) is a multi-service centre providing primary health care, health promotion and community support services, including settlement and community development acti...
- Provide comprehensive, client-centred primary health care to individuals and families at the Community Health Centre and through community outreach initiatives, including the Wheels to Wellness mobile clinic.
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments; diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses; develop and implement evidence-informed treatment plans; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other investigations within the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice and College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
- Provide comprehensive primary care services across the lifespan, including health promotion, illness prevention, chronic disease management, prenatal and postnatal care, newborn assessments, breastfeeding support, and episodic care.
- Deliver specialized primary care for individuals living with sickle cell disease, including comprehensive assessment, ongoing monitoring, management of acute and chronic complications, pain management, preventive care, health education, and coordination of services across the continuum of care.
- Support individuals living with sickle cell disease during transitions between hospital and community settings, including post-discharge follow-up, coordination of specialist referrals, and facilitation of continuity of care.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, hospitals, Ontario Health Teams, community agencies, and other health care providers to ensure coordinated, integrated, and client-centred care.
- Develop trusting therapeutic relationships with clients and families by providing culturally safe, trauma-informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive care that recognizes the impact of systemic barriers and the social determinants of health.
- Provide health education, counselling, and self-management support to clients and families, with an emphasis on chronic disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, medication management, and disease prevention.
- Assess individual, family, and community health needs and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion, disease prevention, education, counselling, and wellness initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for innovative and accessible models of care that improve health outcomes and reduce barriers to primary health care for underserved populations.
- Participate in community outreach activities, health promotion events, screening initiatives, and mobile clinic services to increase access to primary care for priority populations.
- Collaborate effectively as a member of the interprofessional primary care team, participating in case conferences, care planning, referrals, and shared decision-making to support holistic client care.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with professional, organizational, and legislative requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program planning, evaluation activities, and the development of clinical policies, protocols, and best practices.
- Contribute to a positive learning environment by providing mentorship, supervision, and clinical education to students and other learners, as appropriate.
- Maintain professional competence through continuing education, evidence-informed practice, peer consultation, and participation in relevant professional development activities.
- Participate in Centre-wide committees, organizational initiatives, and community events in support of the mission and values of the Community Health Centre.
- Perform other duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Current professional liability protection as required by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Current certification to prescribe controlled substances, or eligibility to obtain certification.
- Membership with the Nurse Practitioners' Association of Ontario (NPAO) is considered an asset.
- A minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in primary care, community health, or a related setting is preferred.
- Experience providing comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, including health promotion, disease prevention, chronic disease management, and episodic care.
- Experience providing care to individuals living with sickle cell disease, hematological conditions, or other complex chronic illnesses is considered a strong asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-informed management of sickle cell disease, including chronic disease management, pain management, care coordination, and health promotion, or a willingness to develop specialized expertise in this area.
- Experience working with interdisciplinary teams using a collaborative, shared-care model.
- Demonstrated experience working with underserved, marginalized, and equity-deserving populations, including Black communities, newcomers, individuals experiencing poverty or homelessness, seniors, youth, and people living with complex health and social needs.
- Demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, culturally safe, and client-centred care.
- Strong understanding of the social determinants of health and their impact on health outcomes, particularly for individuals living with sickle cell disease.
- Knowledge of the Community Health Centre Model of Care and a commitment to health equity and community-based primary health care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion, illness prevention, chronic disease self-management, and community development principles.
- Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), informed consent, privacy legislation, and medical records management.
- Experience using electronic medical records (EMRs); familiarity with NOD, PSS, or comparable electronic medical record systems is considered an asset.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound clinical decisions independently.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with clients, families, community partners, and members of the interprofessional team.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt in a dynamic community-based environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, electronic documentation systems, email, and virtual communication platforms.
- Ability and willingness to work in community settings, including outreach and the Wheels to Wellness mobile clinic.
- Knowledge of the Rexdale community and local health and social service resources is considered an asset.
- Fluency in a second language commonly spoken in the community, including French, Spanish, Arabic, Somali, or another language, is considered an asset.
Job Summary: The Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) is a multi-service centre that provides primary health care, health promotion, and community support services, including settlement and communit...
Rexdale Community Health Centre is recruiting Family Physicians to join our Primary Care team, with flexible opportunities available, including full-time, part-time, locum, and permanent positions.
- CHC model of care — longer appointments, team support, and no fee-for-service pressure
- Competitive compensation: $182.40 per hour as per OMA ($331,975 annually at 35 hours per week)
- Flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, locum, temporary, or permanent opportunities
- HOOPP pension, health/dental benefits, and generous vacation package for eligible roles/FTE
- Strong administrative and EMR support
- Interprofessional team-based practice
- Opportunities for outreach, teaching, quality improvement, and community impact
- Care delivered across clinic sites, partner locations, and through our Wheels to Wellness mobile health bus
- CPSO licence and CCFP membership/eligibility
- CMPA coverage
- Commitment to equity-driven, culturally safe, community-based care
- Please quote “Physician” in the subject line.
Rexdale Community Health Centre is recruiting Family Physicians to join our Primary Care team, with flexible opportunities available, including full-time, part-time, locum, and permanent positions. If...
