Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant Corporate

William Osler Health System•Etobicoke, ON

6d•CA$34 - CA$37•Onsite

About The Position

This position will report to the Manager, Professional Practitioner, and works with the clinical services manager. The role involves carrying out assigned tasks under the direction of physiotherapists and occupational therapists, providing a variety of patient support services. This includes administrative tasks, stocking supplies, equipment inventory, and cleaning/maintenance. The assistant will work with patients and families to help rehabilitate each patient to achieve their maximum functional level through planned therapeutic programs. Participation in patient care team meetings, discipline-specific meetings, special projects, and supervision of students is also expected.

Requirements

Two year Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant certification from a recognized Canadian community college (required to have dual training as an occupational therapy assistant/physiotherapy assistant)
Ability to speak, read and write the English language
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with excellent time management and organizational skills required
Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision
Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills required
Physical ability to do job duties as assigned; demonstrated knowledge of body mechanics to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
Proven attendance and work record
May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites
Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration

Nice To Haves

Two years recent clinical experience in adult physical medicine including rehab and geriatrics

Responsibilities

Carry out assigned tasks under the direction of the physiotherapists and occupational therapists and provide a variety of patient support services
Administrative tasks, stocking supplies, equipment inventory and cleaning/maintenance and other tasks as assigned
Work with the patients/families and team to actively help rehabilitate each patient to achieve his/her maximum functional level through planned therapeutic programs
Participate in patient care team meetings, discipline-specific meetings, special projects as assigned and supervision of students