Geriatric Assessor Temporary Full Time Geriatric Team Cornwall

CARE AND BE CARED FOR THIS IS YOUR HOME

Are you an experienced registered nurse physiotherapist occupational therapist social worker (MSW) dietitian or speech language pathologist seeking a rewarding career that cares for others in a professional practice that cares for you Youre looking in the right place.

Whether you work in our office in the community or a health care facility you will play a lead role in providing connected accessible patientcentred care and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9000 regulated health care and other professionals.

As a valued team member your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home while you benefit from our supports for professional growth personal wellness andworklife balance.

What will you do

Under the general direction of the Manager Patient Services and in accordance with provincial and Ontario Health atHome standards legislation policies and guidelines the Geriatric Assessor (GA) will be responsible for performing multidimensional assessments based on referrals from external and internal health care professionals and ensuring the appropriate followup is completed in a timely manner. The Geriatric Assessor is committed to the health and independence of seniors in the Champlain region and is the gateway for the admission of patients into local geriatric clinics. He/she also regularly coordinates and communicates with the Regional Geriatric Program of Eastern Ontario.

Primary Responsibilities:
Based on a referral from a primary care physician or other health care provider conduct preassessment via a telephone triage process to determine eligibility for programming and book a followup home visit if required.
Perform a multidimensional assessment in the patients home which includes but is not limited to: sensory preassessment social and physical environment checklist medical history report medication review functional (ADLS/IADLS) cognition and caregiver concerns.
Prepare suitable preliminary recommendations for services based on the outcome of each assessment and when necessary facilitate a preconsult with Geriatrician via telephone to obtain recommendation for services.
Provide resulting assessment documentation to appropriate external contacts for admission to prearranged Geriatric Clinic(s).
Support Geriatric Clinic and patient by attending the clinic with the patient and conducting appropriate followup calls and/or visits post clinic visit.
Link and facilitate contact on behalf of the patient to appropriate community supports and services outside the scope of Specialized Geriatric Services.
Discharge noncomplex patients with little need for follow up from the GA caseload and advise them of the recall process.
Process recall referrals via Telehealth as needed.
Participation on internal and external committees as required.

Length of Temporary Assignment: June1 2025

Department: Geriatric Team

Hours in a Biweekly Period:8:30am 4:30pm 35hrs/week)

FTE:1.0

Salary Range :$44.480 $47.517

Reports To: Manager Patient Services

Union Affiliation: OPSEU

Location: 709 Cotton Mill Street Cornwall

What must you have

• Registered Nurse (BScN or diploma) with a current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario; or
  Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy and registered with the College of Physiotherapy of Ontario; or
  Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy and registered with the College of Occupational Therapy of Ontario; or
  Degree in Social Work and registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
  
  A GNC certification is considered an asset
  A minimum of four 4 years experience in a community care setting that includes client counseling case management and discharge planning with at least one year providing related geriatric assessment services
  Experience working with collaborating and linking with other community health and social service agencies

What would give you the edge

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and understanding of the broader health care delivery system and community resources specific to Geriatric Services within the Champlain region
  Good knowledge of primary care services and other community resources in the Ontario Health atHome as well as the roles of health care professionals
  Indepth knowledge of tools systems and databases used in client service delivery and management (e.g. UPP database; Internal Physician and client data base etc.
  Knowledge of health care delivery system and community resources within the Champlain region
  Medical conditions and cognitive/psychiatric disorders
  Client centered multidisciplinary team approach to client care
  Proficient in the use of computerized processes including the use of mobile (laptop) technology
  
  

Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrates effective time management and organizational skills
Effective decisionmaking and problemsolving in crisis situations
Ability to negotiate and implement an effective goaloriented clientcentered care plan
Team player with ability to accept and adapt to change
Ability to maintain a positive attitude in stressful situations
Ability to organize daily workload in the presence of frequent interruptions
A valid Ontario drivers license (or provincial equivalent) and access to a vehicle is required
Fluency in English and French is preferred

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm 35hrs/week)

Office Location: 709 Cotton Mill Street Cornwall ON

We offer flexible work options this position will have a hybrid model of work with a combination of inoffice and telework.

What do we offer

We know wellness is supported with worklife balance.In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuouslearning growth and innovation we offer:

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
• Valuable development opportunities
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan

Who are we

We are Ontario Health atHome ready to serve every person in Ontario.We partner with patients and caregivers family physicians hospitals longterm care and retirement homes service providers and Ontario Health Teams to deliver responsive accessible integrated patientcentred care.

Why join us

If youre interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn partner and connect care and be cared for this is your home.

Equity Inclusion Diversity and AntiRacism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity inclusion diversity and antiracism. We are committed to attracting engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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