OccupationalPhysiotherapist Assistant
OccupationalPhysiotherapist Assistant
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Job Description
Union: CUPE ( 2 positions )
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute E.W. Bickle Centre
Department: BC Allied Health
Reports to: Manager Program Services
Work Model: OnSite
Grade: TR:25
Salary: $33.17 $33.66 per hour (start rate is nonnegotiable and in accordance with the collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Shifts: variable shifts with mostly weekends and occasional weekdays
Status: Casual (2 positions)
Posting Date: January 30 2025
Closing Date: February 6 2025
Job Summary:
Supports the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy professions by taking responsibility for clinical duties as assigned by the Occupational or Physical Therapist; providing cognitive treatment to progress clients and prepare them for discharge provision and maintenance of equipment such as wheelchairs etc. under the supervision of a Occupational therapist assisting Therapists in the functional mobility of patients; independently supervising patients during their treatment activities and ensuring patients perform prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe manner; supporting the clinicians by ensuring clinical supplies are available for treatment sessions; supporting the program administratively by ensuring the treatment areas and equipment are cleaned and maintained on a regular basis and appropriate supplies are ordered; participating in supervision of Rehabilitation Assistant students; participating in departmental program and hospital meetings and activities as required; performing cross functional duties as required.
Qualifications :
- At minimum completion of a community college certificate program
- Completion of a recognized post secondary Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist Assistant diploma and/or Rehabilitation Assistant certificate program
- Up to one (1) year of relevant acute care experience preferred
- Experience with cognitive treatment and working with neurological patient population preferred
- Basic word processing computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Client service oriented with the ability to effectively work with diversity
- Demonstrates a clear understanding of rehabilitation principles and knowledge of applicable legislative policies
- Demonstrates appropriate and effective written oral and nonverbal communication with patients families colleagues and the public
- Knowledge of the equipment and materials used in the provision of OT/PT treatments
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team
- Ability to solve problems and seek guidance of supervising staff when appropriate
- Ability to deal effectively with clients with challenging or conflicting situations
- Ability to use good judgment in assessing challenging situations
- Ability to anticipate clients unique needs
- Ability to be consistent and display a positive/helpful attitude
- Ability to work in a self directed manner
- Ability to function in a stressful environment while maintaining professional demeanor
- Standard First/Aid Basic Rescuer CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) certification required
Additional Information :
Why join UHN
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.
- 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 onsite gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.
Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading inaccurate or incorrect UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.
UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Parttime
Employment Type
Part-time
