Diabetes Patient Educator - PT - Jobs in Etobicoke, ON

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Job Posting DetailsYou became a patient educator because…You want to make an impact.You believe in the power of compassionate care.You need to channel your intelligence towards helping others.You are passionate about teamwork.You have strength beyond measure.This is your chance.William Osler Health System invites you to answer the call to make a difference. Your community needs your skills, your compassion, and your energy.With a focus on collaboration, access to leaders in their field as mentors, paid professional development opportunities, and a flexible, supportive environment, William Osler Health System is the place for healthcare professionals to achieve their career goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment.A hospital built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services and unit sizes to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training, and promotion. With a leadership team led by our CEO, an ER physician who has been on the front-lines, driving our vision of patient-inspired health care without boundaries, everyone here is appreciated for their contribution in bringing our values to life, fostering innovation in assessments and treatments, and supporting the well-being of their patients and each other.Who we areWilliam Osler Health System is committed to providing safe, equitable, high-quality care in an environment that inspires our staff to learn, innovate and grow. We believe that, together, we can create a stronger, more unified health care system for people across our region.One of Canadas Best Diversity Employers for the ninth year in a row in 2021 for its exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs and one of Greater Torontos Top Employers for the eighth time in 2019, William Osler provides a leading healthcare network to grow your career. A multi-site hospital system that serves 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke, and surrounding communities within the Central West Local Health Integration Network, we offer employees incredible exposure and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game. Our patient-centric focus is demonstrated across our locations, all uniquely designed to support both the practical aspects of access to compassionate, cutting-edge health care, as well as the way patients and visitors feel.HOURS: Currently Days, 8 hours(Subject to change in accordance with the operational requirements)HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:Reporting to the Clinical Service Manager, the successful candidate will collaborate with Registered Dietitians to teach on all aspects of diabetes management, including insulin pump therapy to patients and their families.YOU HAVE:Current registration, and in good standing, with the College of Nurses of OntarioBaccalaureate degree (or in progress)Certified Diabetes Educator Certificate (CDE) requiredMinimum of one (1) year recent experience with complex diabetes care requiredA minimum of five (5) years recent experience with Diabetes preferredInsulin pump certification requiredCurrent BCLS requiredExperience teaching adults/groups in an ambulatory care or community setting preferredExcellent interpersonal skills requiredExcellent organizational skills, time management skills, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills requiredExcellent critical thinking skills required.Must be professional and self-directedInterest in and knowledge of current diabetes managementProven good attendance and work record requiredAbility to be flexible with schedule in order to meet the needs of the clients is requiredExpectation is that candidate will become a certified pump trainer within 2 yearsYour community thanks you for considering this role.Joining William Osler now is a chance to immerse yourself in a culturally diverse, collaborative, and innovative environment. You will play a key role building out a healthcare program that addresses the needs of people from all over the world and all levels of income, experiencing minor and life threatening injuries and diseases. As a major hospital system, we are home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country and you will broaden your expertise, increase your knowledge and your own adaptability, and gain endless opportunities for growth.Come live our values - Respect, Excellence, Innovation, Service, Compassion and Collaboration - with us.Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. (AODA). If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at human.resources@williamoslerhs.ca.While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.#LI-VS1Quick Apply

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