2500000283 - Ot/Pt Assistant

Lakeridge Health; Ajax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and innovative healthcare team as an Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant! In this temporary part-time role, you will support the rehabilitation of patients by implementing exercise programs and assisting therapists in enhancing mobility. This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied shifts, allowing you to contribute to the well-being of patients while working alongside a multidisciplinary team. Lakeridge Health values inclusion and diversity, providing a respectful and accessible workplace. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant Program or equivalent experience.
• Current CPR certification and inpatient acute care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and monitor functional restoration and exercise programs under therapist supervision.
• Assist with patient mobility and maintain department equipment and supplies.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to lift and transfer patients

Education

Graduate of an Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant Program

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Ot/Pt Assistant
Status: Temporary Part Time (6 Months)
Department: Physio -Cc & Rehab Program, LHAP
Program: Healthy Aging
4 and 8 Hour Shifts; Days and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $34.250 - $36.160 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500000283

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Providing and monitoring various functional restoration and exercise programs under prescription of the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist with appropriate use of related equipment; providing timely feedback to supervising therapists regarding patient status and response to treatment; assisting in the maintenance of the department including physical environment, equipment and inventory of supplies; setting up class for activities; assisting with ADL treatment and wheelchair maintenance/set-up; assisting the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist to increase level of mobility function; and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Graduate of an Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant Program of an accredited College or an equivalent combination of education and experience as a Rehabilitation Assistant;
2. Inpatient Acute Care experience;
3. Current CPR certification;
4. Able to maintain statistical data and general department maintenance duties;
5. Able to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids;
6. Effective verbal and written communication skills;
7. Proven interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills;
8. Proven team player in a multidisciplinary team;
9. Experience working with therapeutic modalities in a hospital physiotherapy department is an asset;
10. Must have a satisfactory performance record;
11. Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
12. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this area.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.