Occupational TherapyPhysiotherapy Assistant (OTAPTA)
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Job Summary
Union: CUPE TRI
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto Rehab - University Centre
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Manager Allied Health
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Wage Range: $33.92 - $34.42 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Shifts: 5 days per week
Status: Temporary Full-Time ( 12 months )
Closing Date: February 5 2026
The OTA/PTA is an integral member of the Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided. As a member of the Geriatrics MSK and Multisystem Rehab team the OTA/PTA:
- Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist supervises or assists with individual patient treatment programs
- Assists in or conducts group activity/exercise and education programs
- Assists client to practice with mobility aids and/or adaptive equipment
- Instructs and demonstrates the safe use of therapeutic equipment
- Assists in the implementation of new occupational therapy and/or physiotherapy programs and research projects
- Monitors and reports changes in health status to the supervising OT or PT
- Collaborates with members of the inter-professional team and provides cross-coverage for other OTA/PTA members as needed
- Participates in professional program and hospital-wide initiatives (e.g. participates in rounds meetings and program development)
- Prepares and maintains patient treatment areas to ensure a clean organized and safe environment
- Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies inventory
- Maintains handouts/documents needed for assessment treatment and education
Qualifications :
- Successful completion of combined Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant diploma from a recognized Community College
- Knowledge of equipment e.g. wheelchair supplies and seating equipment etc.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada and non-violent crisis intervention training
- Knowledge of the rehabilitation approach to patient care and the roles of Occupational and Physical Therapy
- Experience in outpatient rehabilitation preferred
- Experience in oncology rehabilitation preferred (e.g. CIPN posture energy conservation and falls prevention)
- Experience providing hands on treatment such as myofascial cording and scar release
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated computer skills
- Works effectively within an inter-professional team
- Good attendance is essential
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 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.)
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.
Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) provides a lifetime pension plan at retirement. Were one of the largest defined benefit pension plans in Canada.
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 :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Employee Evaluation
- HIPAA
- Data Collection
- HTTPS
- Physiology Knowledge
- Physio therapy
- Computer Literacy
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Critical Care Experience
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, t ... View more
