Occupational Therapist Aide/Physiotherapy Assistant

Lifemark Health Group; Windsor; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health and wellness bene

Flexible and autonomous community‑base

Job summary

DMARehability, a Lifemark Health Group company, is seeking an Occupational Therapist Aide / PTA to support community rehabilitation in Windsor and London, Ontario. You’ll contribute to assessments, treatment planning, and client education with a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

We offer clinical mentorship, autonomy within a community-based practice, flexible scheduling, and opportunities across the Lifemark network. OTA/PTA diploma and valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• OTA/PTA diploma is required.
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Client-centered and collaborative rehabilitation approach.
• Ability to work independently in community-based practice.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Driver's licence and reliable vehicle for community-based work.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs in community, home and workplace settings.
• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Conduct functional, mobility, ergonomic and home-safety assessments.
• Support clients with diverse rehabilitation needs and return-to-work strategies.
• Prepare timely clinical documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with clients, families, employers, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Assessment

Clinical reasoning

Communication skills

Client-centered approach

Independent work

Organizational skills

Time-management

Valid driver's licence

Education

OTA/PTA diploma

Job description

Occupational Therapist Aide / Physiotherapy Assistant

DMARehability, a Lifemark Health Group company

Windsor, Ontario | Full-time

London, Ontario | Full-time

Come work with us

Are you an OTA/PTA looking to expand your clinical expertise beyond a traditional clinic setting?

Join DMARehability, a Lifemark Health Group company, and build a rewarding career delivering specialized rehabilitation in the community. You’ll have the opportunity to work with diverse and complex client populations while enjoying clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, and the support of one of Canada’s largest rehabilitation organizations.

At DMARehability, you’ll do more than provide treatment—you’ll help people regain function, independence, and confidence in the environments that matter most to them.

Why DMARehability + Lifemark?

Make a difference. Build your career.

• Practice with autonomy – Use your clinical expertise to develop individualized rehabilitation plans and make a meaningful impact.
• Build specialized expertise – Gain exposure to community rehabilitation, functional assessment, return-to-work, complex rehabilitation and other specialized services.
• Work with diverse clients – Support individuals across community, home, workplace and rehabilitation environments.
• Grow your career – Access mentorship, professional development and opportunities across the broader Lifemark network.
• Collaborate with experts – Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to exceptional client outcomes.
• Enjoy flexibility – Build a career that combines meaningful clinical work with greater independence and variety.

Your impact

As a OTA/PTA with DMARehability, you will assess client needs, develop individualized rehabilitation plans, and support clients in achieving greater independence and participation in their daily lives.

Depending on your experience and caseload, your work may include:

• Conducting comprehensive occupational therapy assessments in community, home and workplace environments.
• Developing and implementing evidence-informed treatment and rehabilitation plans.
• Completing functional, mobility, ergonomic and home-safety assessments.
• Supporting clients with acquired brain injury, musculoskeletal injuries and other complex rehabilitation needs.
• Developing return-to-work and functional restoration strategies.
• Recommending equipment, assistive devices and environmental modifications where appropriate.
• Collaborating with clients, families, employers, insurers, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Preparing timely, high-quality clinical documentation and reports.
• Managing your caseload with a high degree of professional autonomy while remaining connected to a supportive clinical team.

What You Bring

• OTA/PTA diploma
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning and communication skills.
• A client-centred and collaborative approach to rehabilitation.
• Ability to work independently within a community-based practice model.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work, as required.

Experience in community rehabilitation, auto insurance, acquired brain injury, functional assessment, catastrophic injury, disability management or return-to-work is an asset.

New graduates and internationally educated Kinesiologists who meet Ontario registration requirements are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

At DMARehability and Lifemark, we’re committed to helping our clinicians build sustainable and rewarding careers. Our offering may include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits for eligible employees
• Paid vacation and wellness support
• Flexible and autonomous community-based practice
• Established referral networks and diverse caseload opportunities
• Clinical mentorship and professional development
• Support from experienced clinical and operational teams
• Technology and resources to support efficient community practice
• Opportunities to develop specialized assessment and rehabilitation expertise
• Career mobility and development opportunities across the Lifemark Health Group network

Land Acknowledgement: The Lifemark Health Group team acknowledges that our work spans many Territories and Treaty areas across Canada. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers, Elders, and youth who inspire us. We recognize the land and its benefits, inviting everyone to reflect on the history and work towards reconciliation.

Lifemark Health Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment and make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other protected status.

Diversity and Inclusion Matter Here. We’re building teams that reflect the communities we serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We welcome applicants from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Accommodation: Accommodation is available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca

Stronger together. Better for our clients. Better for you.