OTA/PTA (Certified) - Spinal Cord Rehab Program
About The Position
Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist, supervise or assist with individual patient treatment programs. Assist in or conduct group activity/exercise programs. Assist client to practice with assistive or adaptive equipment. Instruct and demonstrate the safe use of therapeutic equipment. Assist in the implementation of new occupational therapy and/or physiotherapy programs and research projects. Monitor and report changes in health status to the supervising OT or PT. Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives. Set up and clean-up of patient treatment areas. Assist with maintaining equipment and supplies inventory. Prepare and configure wheelchairs based on team recommendations to ensure proper fit and function for patients.
Requirements
- Successful completion of combined Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant diploma from a recognized Community College
- Knowledge of equipment, e.g., wheelchairs, seating, exercise equipment, etc
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada
- Non-violent crisis intervention training
- Knowledge of the rehabilitation approach to patient care and the roles of Occupational and Physical Therapy
- Knowledge of wheelchairs and seating components required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated computer skills
- Effective team member
- Good attendance is essential
Nice To Haves
- Experience in neurological rehabilitation preferred
Responsibilities
- Supervise or assist with individual patient treatment programs
- Assist in or conduct group activity/exercise programs
- Assist client to practice with assistive or adaptive equipment
- Instruct and demonstrate the safe use of therapeutic equipment
- Assist in the implementation of new occupational therapy and/or physiotherapy programs and research projects
- Monitor and report changes in health status to the supervising OT or PT
- Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives
- Set up and clean-up of patient treatment areas
- Assist with maintaining equipment and supplies inventory
- Prepare and configure wheelchairs based on team recommendations to ensure proper fit and function for patients
Benefits
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
