Humber River FHT·Toronto, Ontario
Provide a full range of quality foot care, including the treatment of acute pathological conditions and surgical procedures. Manage patient care plans and collaborate with an interprofessional healthcare team to optimize patient health.
Group RRSP, extended health and dental Schedule: Monday to Friday, including 1 evening per week and 1 Saturday per month Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Organization The Humber River Family Health Team (HRFHT) is a non-profit organization providing interdisciplinary, patient-centred primary care to optimize individual and family health within the community. We provide comprehensive primary health care, including chronic disease management, health promotion, and disease prevention, to a rostered population of patients in the northwest sub-region of the Greater Toronto Area. Our interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals works collaboratively to deliver high-quality, patient-centred, respectful, and inclusive care.
As a key member of the Humber River Family Health Team (HRFHT) and an integral part of an Interprofessional health care team, the chiropodist will provide a full range of quality foot care to all HRFHT patients. The range of services includes active treatment of acute pathological foot conditions, surgical procedures, and preventive & palliative foot care. Roles and Responsibilities: Clinical Duties: Assessment of foot disorders or dysfunctions and their treatment, by therapeutic, orthotic, or palliative means. Differentiating between disorders of the foot arising from systemic or general disease and those arising from local, structural and/or functional disorders. Recognizing patients having conditions beyond their scope of practice and referring to other appropriate health care professionals (e.g. primary care provider). Designing and implementing a management plan based on the presenting conditions and the patient’s individual needs. The Chiropodist will reinforce and encourage patient responsibility and participation in the management plan. Communicating foot health education in a variety of settings to patients, Interprofessional health care professionals (IHPs) or other concerned individuals. Ensuring appropriate antiseptic techniques, safe procedures and isolation practices are maintained in the clinical and/or surgical setting; and providing a safe environment for patients, practitioners and others in the clinic. Administrative Duties: Plans for future clinics to ensure that HRFHT clinical goals and objectives are met and that HRFHT mission and vision statements are at the core of service delivery. Ensures safe working practices and that all clinical equipment is in satisfactory operating condition. Maintains and upgrades knowledge and skills regarding new procedures, methods and equipment through attendance at relevant seminars and educational programs, prepares quarterly reports, and monitors daily statistical data. Assists in the planning, implementation and evaluation of chronic disease and health promotion and illness prevention programs and services. Reporting to: Supervisor, Clinical Services
and Competencies: B.Sc. and licensing/registration by the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. Additional training or knowledge in the areas of chronic disease management and geriatrics is considered an asset. Demonstrated clinical skills in assessment, program planning, implementation, and evaluation. Work effectively, both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. Proven flexibility and ability to adapt to change. Computer skills. Experience with EMR is an asset.
Additional Details Position requires travel between sites and occasional meetings off-site. The successful candidate will be employed by the Humber River Family Health Team and will have no employment relationship with Humber River Hospital.
Please forward your resume to hiring@hrfht.com, quoting “HRFHT Full-Time Chiropodist” in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application Deadline: Until the position is filled
Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility The Humber River Family Health Team remains committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We are actively seeking applicants from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made at any stage of the recruitment process for applicants who meet the bona fide requirements of the position. Please indicate any accommodation needs when contacted.
Requires a B.Sc. and licensing/registration by the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. Experience with EMR and additional knowledge in geriatrics or chronic disease management is considered an asset.
Market context
In Ontario, full-time chiropodist roles are typically competitive because employers look for candidates who are already licensed or eligible for registration with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario, along with strong clinical documentation skills. Experience with EMR and familiarity with geriatrics or chronic disease management can help your application stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and tailor your resume to foot care and patient populations you’ve supported.
