2500001917 - Ot/Pt Assistant

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

Job summary

Lakeridge Health recherche un assistant(e) OT/PT temporaire à temps partiel pour soutenir l'équipe de physiothérapie au sein de leur nouveau centre de soins de longue durée. Ce rôle comprend le développement de programmes thérapeutiques et l'assistance dans les activités quotidiennes des résidents. Les candidats doivent posséder un diplôme pertinent et des compétences interpersonnelles avérées pour assurer un soin optimal aux résidents.

Qualifications

• Diplôme/certificat en tant qu'assistant en physiothérapie ou ergothérapie requis.
• Expérience antérieure en soins de longue durée préférée.
• Capacité physique à effectuer les tâches essentielles.

Responsibilities

• Développer et mettre en œuvre des programmes d'activation client.
• Participer à la planification des soins et à la documentation.
• Assister les clients dans les activités de la vie quotidienne.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Safe Work Practices

Education

Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist Assistant diploma/certificate

Job description

CUPE

Job Title: Ot/Pt Assistant

Status: Temporary Part Time (~ 12 Month Contract)

Department: LG LTC PHYSIOTHERAPY

Program: Long Term Care

Days, Evenings, Weekends; 4 and 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Long Term Care AP

Wage Schedule: $34.250 - $36.160 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001917

This position is open to all qualified CUPE staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 26 June 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on 2 July 2025.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Program Supports, the OT/PT Assistant will help plan, organize and deliver our comprehensive resident therapy program in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist at the future 320 bed long term care home being built on the Ajax-Pickering hospital site in the delivery of excellent care for residents.

Having opened in 2022, this new home is part of the government's plan to improve long-term care delivery and capacity in Ontario and in the Durham Region. This state-of-the-art long-term care home sets a new bar for seniors' care, with dining and outdoor space on every floor, a large courtyard, onsite diabetes care, specialized care units and other important innovative features.

Just as Lakeridge Health is a beacon in the Durham community, the new long-term care home will be integral to managing and delivering on the needs and expectations of seniors in the Durham community and Ontario.

The OT/PT Assistant Is Responsible For

• Developing and implementing client activation programs
• Carrying out individual therapeutic programs as per the direction of the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist
• Participating in care planning, evaluation and documentation
• Assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
  
  

Qualifications

• Completion of Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist Assistant diploma/certificate program is required
• Previous experience in a long term care environment is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with safe work practices
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to follow both oral and written instructions
• Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the job
• Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past 6 months
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy
• 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-services 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 for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.