Enhanced Extern ? Therapy (OT PT)

Delphi Technologies; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital in Toronto, ON invites applications for an Enhanced Extern – Therapy within an interprofessional care model. You will be immersed in the hospital setting under supervision of regulated health care providers, developing clinical skills while supporting youth and families.

The role emphasizes peer collaboration, adherence to RHPA directives, and participation in ongoing onboarding and education.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in any year of study in an OT or PT Master’s program at a Canadian University.
• Current BCLS certificate—Basic Rescuer required.
• Pediatric clinical placement experience and/or experience in working with children and youth preferred
• Experience in behaviour management preferred
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated responsibility and skills to work independently
• Completion of mandatory/required certifications provided via corporate orientation, including enhanced extern - therapy orientation, and as defined by program (e.g. Mask Fit Test, WHMIS, AODA, IPAC)

Responsibilities

• Provides safe care that promotes and supports the physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellbeing of clients and families
• Supports and respects the client/family’s rights to make decisions based on their own values, beliefs and experiences
• Provides care in collaboration with the client and family, supporting client activities of daily living, personalized care needs, and communicates with interdisciplinary care team members and community providers as appropriate
• Assist with client positioning & repositioning (e.g. bed, wheelchair, turning)
• Assist with client transfers: (e.g. wheelchair to bed via mechanical lift or other, commode to toilet, bed to two-wheeled walker)
• Assist with client range of motion, weight-bearing activities, and utilization of appropriate assistive devices when required
• Assist clients in working towards their identified program goals as appropriate and under the direction of nurse or other regulated health care provider
• Assist with client functional mobility assessments and contribute to care planning and evaluation with therapists when applicable
• Reports patient observations to appropriate member of the care team
• Restocking of isolation carts and supply room in therapy spaces
• Sanitization and organization of equipment
• Specific administrative tasks (e.g. inventory, clinical resource organization, print labels, other)
• Demonstrates accountability for the client care that they provide by adhering to Holland Bloorview Policies and Procedures
• Support development of client independence in scheduling and directing their own care

Skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Behaviour management experience

BCLS Basic Rescuer

Education

OT or PT Master’s program student

Job description

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is Canada’s hospital for children and youth with disabilities and developmental differences. Serving more than 9,000 families annually through inpatient and outpatient programs and services, our teams are helping to shape the future of pediatric disability care.

As a top 40 Canadian research hospital and academic hospital fully affiliated with the University of Toronto, Holland Bloorview integrates care, teaching, research and scholarship to advance practice and improve the lives of children and youth with disabilities and developmental differences. All clinical staff are expected to contribute to the academic agenda through one or more of the following activities: supervising students, teaching, academic service, scholarship and/or research.

Holland Bloorview has achieved 100 per cent in four successive surveys by Accreditation Canada, an unprecedented achievement in safety. We are also proud to be recognized among Greater Toronto’s Top Employers, Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers.

Here, you will find an inspiring, inclusive, innovative and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and programs that support ongoing learning, professional growth and well-being, so you can do meaningful work while continuing to grow your career. To learn more about the advantages of a career at Holland Bloorview,click here .

THE POSITION

The Enhanced Extern Program is a Ministry of Ontario funded program that enables hospitals to supplement existing health human resources. Enhanced extern – therapy are clinical learners hired as unregulated care providers. The enhanced extern – therapy will be immersed in our hospital setting, working within an interprofessional model of care under the direct and indirect supervision of regulated health care providers (e.g. Registered Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Physiotherapist) in their assigned clinical area within the hospital. While enhanced extern - therapy are Holland Bloorview employees, they cannot replace therapy staff or be redeployed. The Regulated Health Professions Act, College of Physiotherapists of Ontario, and College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario direct the type of care they can provide based on the level of supervision needed. They may perform pre-identified Controlled Acts authorized to them within the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) of Ontario that are assigned or delegated to them under the supervision of a regulated health care provider who is authorized to perform them. Ultimately, this exciting program will provide the enhanced extern - therapy with the platform to develop important clinical skills while increasing their knowledge of our hospital community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides safe care that promotes and supports the physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellbeing of clients and families
• Supports and respects the client/family’s rights to make decisions based on their own values, beliefs and experiences
• Provides care in collaboration with the client and family, supporting client activities of daily living, personalized care needs, and communicates with interdisciplinary care team members and community providers as appropriate
• Assist with client positioning & repositioning (e.g. bed, wheelchair, turning)
• Assist with client transfers: (e.g. wheelchair to bed via mechanical lift or other, commode to toilet, bed to two-wheeled walker)
• Assist with client range of motion, weight-bearing activities, and utilization of appropriate assistive devices when required (e.g. cane, walker, wheelchair, appropriate footwear, splints)
• Assist clients in working towards their identified program goals as appropriate and under the direction of nurse or other regulated health care provider
• Assist with client functional mobility assessments and contribute to care planning and evaluation with therapists when applicable
• Reports patient observations to appropriate member of the care team (e.g. changes in skin appearance, comfort or safety factors) and liaises with appropriate members of the care team to identify patient care needs
• Restocking of isolation carts and supply room in therapy spaces
• Sanitization and organization of equipment
• Specific administrative tasks (e.g. inventory, clinical resource organization, print labels, other)
• Demonstrates accountability for the client care that they provide by adhering to Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital’s Policies and Procedures
• Support development of client independence in the practice of scheduling and directing their own care as related to self‑care, productivity and recreation/ leisure participation.
• In partnership with clients/families and the interdisciplinary team, assist with the provision of client and family‑centred care which is goal directed, evidence based and outcome oriented
• Establishes onboarding goals and objectives
• Maintains own knowledge, skills, and abilities through attendance at onboarding, in‑house education sessions, and other continuing education opportunities
• Utilizes a strength based approach to care
• Communicates in a timely and effective manner
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be enrolled in any year of study in an OT or PT Master’s program at a Canadian University.
• Current BCLS certificate—Basic Rescuer required.
• Pediatric clinical placement experience and/or experience in working with children and youth preferred
• Experience in behaviour management preferred
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated responsibility and skills to work independently
• Completion of mandatory/required certifications provided via corporate orientation, including enhanced extern - therapy orientation, and as defined by program (e.g. Mask Fit Test, WHMIS, AODA, IPAC)

About the Organization Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital creates a world of possibility by supporting children and youth with disabilities, medical complexity, illness and injury. All of our work is guided by our strategic plan, Transformative Care, Inclusive World: Holland Bloorview 2030. The plan: https://strategicplan.hollandbloorview.ca/

To get a glimpse as to who Holland Bloorview is, we invite you to watch the Together We Dare. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3c-FszREUk

Holland Bloorview is committed to fostering a climate of inclusion, diversity, equity accessibility, and anti‑racism (IDEAA). This commitment is central to, and mutually supportive of, our research excellence mandate. We welcome and respect the diversity of all members of our community and we seek to create an inclusive culture for our clients, families, research scientists, staff, participants, trainees, volunteers, trustees, and partners. To help in our journey towards fully reflecting the communities we partner with, we welcome and encourage applications from Black individuals and other racialized persons, Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQI2SA+ persons, and others who may contribute to further diversification of ideas within our community. Holland Bloorview is committed to fair assessment of a candidate's abilities, and consideration for diversity of thought, method, and experience, including non‑traditional career paths.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. Please notify us of any accommodations that you require by contacting [e-mail] or 416-425-6220.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Enhanced Extern - Nursing in Toronto, ON Posted on: 9/4/2026