About CArE
The Centre of Arthritis Excellence (CArE) is a dynamic, interdisciplinary program focused on improving the lives of people living with arthritis and associated conditions. We provide patient-centered care through collaborative treatment planning, education, and innovation. Our team supports individuals with conditions such as Inflammatory Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Osteoporosis—empowering them through timely assessment, effective treatment, education, self-management strategies, and compassionate care.
Job Summary
Join a passionate, transdisciplinary team at the Centre of Arthritis Excellence (CArE), where your expertise will directly improve the lives of people living with arthritis. As a Regulated Allied Health Provider, you’ll play a key role in delivering patient-centered care through collaborative assessments, education, and innovative treatment planning. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate, skilled clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to advancing arthritis care through innovation, education, and teamwork and is dedicated to professional growth.
In this role, you will:
- Lead intake and triage of referrals, assess disease status, and present findings to the care team and rheumatologists.
- Collaborate with rheumatologists and other team members to provide coordinated care
- Empower patients through education and self-management strategies for chronic conditions such as Inflammatory Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Osteoporosis.
- Facilitate individual and group education sessions, both in-person and virtually.
- Contribute to student mentorship, research initiatives, and community outreach.
Job Requirements
Education
- Must be licensed and in good standing with an Ontario regulatory college (Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Nurse or equivalent)
- Completion of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Arthritis Care (ACPAC) program qualification is preferred.
- Training in diversity, equity, and inclusion is considered an asset.
Experience
- Experience in arthritis care is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in patient education and disease self-management is preferred.
- Experience working in community healthcare settings is considered an asset.
- Proven ability to work effectively within a transdisciplinary healthcare team to support both individual and group patient care.
- Knowledge of community resources to support patients with arthritis and other chronic conditions.
Leadership & Professional Contribution
- Strong leadership skills to support CArE’s programs, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Willingness to contribute to professional development through abstracts, posters, publications, and presentations.
Patient-Centered Care & Communication
- Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, ensuring patients are active participants in setting and achieving their treatment goals.
- Ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Committed to ethical practice and fostering an inclusive, respectful environment for a diverse patient population.
- Strong relational and communication skills, with the ability to gather information, listen empathetically, and respond with a patient-centered approach.
- Skilled in delivering group-based presentations for patient education
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter by July 31, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment. As part of this commitment, we encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of underrepresented or marginalized communities, including but not limited to:
- Indigenous peoples
- Racialized individuals
- Persons with disabilities
- Members of the LGBTQIA+ community
- Women in underrepresented fields
If you wish, you may voluntarily self-identify in your application. This information will be kept confidential and used solely to support our equity, diversity, and inclusion goals.
We recognize that lived experience, resilience, and community engagement are valuable assets. Applicants are invited to share how their background, experiences, or perspectives contribute to a more inclusive and diverse environment.
Pay: $41.00-$44.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
