Occupational Therapy/Physio Therapy Assistant

We deliver a wide range of healthcare services to the communities of northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. Our advanced regional programs include Cancer Care and Cardiac Care and serve a broader population across the northern GTA and into Simcoe-Muskoka.

Our team of nearly 6,000 staff, physicians, volunteers, students and Patient and Family Advisors are committed to creating an environment where the best experiences happen.

As a recognition of our commitment to quality and patient safety, we have received the highest distinction of Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.

Job Summary

• Possesses current rehab / patient care experience
• Demonstrates independence in managing own schedule, responsibilities, and caseload
• Demonstrates skill and interest in working with individuals with varied neurological diagnoses and impairments
• Possesses an attitude of respect and sensitivity towards clients with varied backgrounds, abilities and educational status
• Demonstrates familiarity with treatment of physical and cognitive impairments
• Demonstrates initiative, willingness to learn, and ability to determine innovative solutions and treatment plans
• Demonstrates ability to work as a cohesive and collaborative team member
• Flexibility to work various shifts as assigned, based on operational needs
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated problem assessment skills
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service and teamwork
• Demonstrated individual leadership skills
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Regional Health Centre.
• Always with compassion
• Power of many
• Serve with purpose
• Every voice matters

Qualifications

• Completion of the combined Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy Assistant diploma from a recognized college, required
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.

Successful candidates will be required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination (two doses) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source directly to the Occupational Health and Safety department.

In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement to the recruitment team.