Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA / PTA)

Job Description

The OTA / PTA will support the occupational therapist and physiotherapist in on inpatient rehab and complex transitional care units. The assistant will progress patients with acute and complex medical conditions under the supervision of the therapists.

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare is seeking individuals who are competent in their chosen profession; patient / customer focused; team players; effective communicators; caring and respectful and are fiscally responsible.

• Graduate of combined OT / PTA Certificate course from an accredited college
• At least one year experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Demonstrated excellent patient care skills with medical, surgical, neurological and geriatric caseload
• Shows initiative, flexibility and enjoys working with a multidisciplinary team
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of a moderately heavy job
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Satisfactory attendance and employment record

The ideal candidate is strong in patient centred care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation. Must be available to work every other weekend.

Additional Information

Hours :  Monday to Sunday - Various rotating hour shifts (hours subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary :   $ to $ per hour

Date Posted :   August 22, 2024

Internal applications due by :   August 29, 2024

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