Occupational TherapyPhysiotherapy Assistant (OTAPTA)

Sign on bonus $750

CarePartners is one of Ontarios largest accredited home health care providers providing nursing personal support therapy and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72000 patients each year in homes schools clinics workplaces and retirement homes through our 24 locations and 24 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario.

If you are looking for flexible scheduling look no more. CarePartners can provide you with more time for a better work-life balance!

We are looking for Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) and Physiotherapy Assistants (PTAs) to provide one on one care in the community/home setting as part of our interdisciplinary care team.

This is a Full-Time/Part Time role in Wingham ON and surrounding areas. Hours will be varied.

• Competitive salary comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employment perks such as Employee Assistance Program Perkopolis Rewards Points
• Flexible scheduling supporting employee work life balance
• Inspiring leadership and opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive & dedicated Safety Health & Wellness team & Pandemic Response team
• Interprofessional collaboration with our Professional Practice Research & Education Team
• This position offers a competitive compensation grid with progression based on hours worked and role-specific criteria. The OTA/PTA per visit range is $28.44 to $31.38 and the hourly range is $22.75 to $25.10. Placement within the grid will be determined in accordance with company policies and procedures as well as the candidates knowledge skills qualifications and relevant experience.

• Professional treatment of patients in the community and in their homes
• Delivers therapy within the Care Plan with respect to Community Health Services independently or in cooperation with the Ontario Health atHome
• Assists with gross motor fine motor and balance activities
• Works with the patient on appropriate time-specific measurable goals and outcomes in collaboration with the care team
• Provides client/family education and support to address physical functional and self-care needs as assigned
• Works independently and as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team
• Monitors and report changes in health status to the supervising Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist
• Performs other duties as required

• An Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) diploma from an accredited Ontario college program
• Current First Aid Certificate and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
• Demonstrated understanding and practice of rehabilitation principles and techniques
• Sound critical thinking skills good judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to participate and follow treatment programs and care plans
• Experience working one-on-one as a therapeutic support with clients
• Ability to foster independence of the client in the home and in the community
• Proven computer skills including email MS Word and Outlook work scheduling systems
• A valid drivers license and vehicle
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• To protect our patients we require current vulnerable sector check screening and a clear background check

In addition to providing home-based health care CarePartners also serves the community through clinics transitional care units and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program weve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

CarePartners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.

Artificial Intelligence

CarePartners uses iCIMs as part of our recruitment and hiring process. While we incorporate select Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to enhance process efficiency we remain committed to human-led decision making. All AI-generated outputs are subject to human review to ensure accuracy and fairness.

This job posting is available due to an existing vacancy.