PTA / OTA Assistant

Michael Garron HospitalToronto

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$20.81 hourly

Job description

OVERVIEW

Working as a member of the inter-professional team for weekend coverage, the PTA / OTA assistant supports patients with treatment modalities under the direction of the Physiotherapists. They assist patients with mobility and maintaining / improving their functional level. This role reports to the Manager Professional Practice. This role will primarily work on weekends covering acute medicine or general surgery units. The weekend Physiotherapy / occupational therapy assistant is scheduled for one Saturday and Sunday shift out of every 4 weekends. Where there is a statutory holiday, this holiday is included in as part of the long weekend.

Education

Graduate from a recognized Community College OT / PT Assistant program.

Qualifications

2 years acute care hospital based experience required.

Experience in medicine, surgery and geriatric care required.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Candidates with experience with orthopaedic and cardiorespiratory care will be given preference.

Ability to modify interventions quickly in accordance to changes in patient status required.

Ability to carry out directions of therapists.

Independent decision making skills required.

Exceptional patient centered care skills required.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to function as an effective interdisciplinary team member.

Willingness to participate / lead health service councils and professional groups.

Motivated to practice in accordance with the mission and vision of hospital / health service.

Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development.

Evening and weekend shifts may be necessary.

Good work and attendance record required.

All employees of Toronto East Health Network - Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.

All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.

All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to Toronto East Health Network's policies and practices.