Occupational & Physical Therapist Assistant

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Fort Qu'Appelle; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority invites applications for a full-time regular position at Fort Qu'Appelle Primary Health Care. The role involves assisting with treatment programs and applying therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist to support clients in regaining functional independence and quality of life.

Required are an OTA/PTA diploma and successful demonstration of the necessary competencies. Travel may be required and the work is conducted in a daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• OTA/PTA diploma required.
• Competencies include basic computer skills, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with treatment programs and application of therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist to restore, maintain and/or enhance the level of functional independence and quality of life of clients/patients/residents.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

OTA/PTA diploma

Job description

Position #: V36380

Expected Start Date: To be determined. Open until filled.

Union: CUPE

Facility: Fort Qu'Appelle Primary Health Care

City/Town: Fort Qu'Appelle

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of work: Standard hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 13 $27.990 to $30.000 (3 step range)

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Assists with treatment programs and application of therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist to restore, maintain and/or enhance the level of functional independence and quality of life of clients/patients/residents.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant diploma (OTA/PTA)

Competencies

• Basic - Computer skills


• Communication skills


• Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently

Other Information

• Laser Certification, where required


• Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation


• Valid driver's license, where required