Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA)

Spectrum Health Care Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ontario seeks an Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) to join their specialized team. The role involves assisting clients with therapy interventions, monitoring progress, and educating caregivers. Flexible full-time or part-time hours are available, alongside a competitive compensation package including various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Paid sick days

Pension plan

Evening and weekend premiums

Opportunities for career impact

Qualifications

• Must have applicable training from a recognized community college.
• Required current police check for work with vulnerable populations.
• Valid G2/G driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed therapy interventions under supervision.
• Assist clients with exercises and daily living activities.
• Monitor and report on clients' progress.

Skills

Patient care

Mobility training

Monitoring progress

Educating clients

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Therapist Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant

Job description

Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA)

• Full-time or Part-time
• Position: PTA

We are currently hiring Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) in Mississauga and Etobicoke to join a dedicated and specialized team delivering a highly integrated, community care model for these areas. Part-time and full-time hours are available.

We offer competitive wages, evening premiums, flexible hours, paid sick days, pension, weekend premiums, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.

With over 40 years of experience, Spectrum Health Care is a leading provider of innovative home health care, including specialized palliative care. In collaboration with health system partners, our skilled team supports patients and families throughout their palliative care journey.

If you are passionate about patient care, we want you on our team!

• Deliver prescribed physiotherapy and occupational therapy interventions under the supervision of a licensed therapist
• Assist clients with therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and activities of daily living (ADL) retraining
• Use assistive devices and adaptive equipment to support independence and safety
• Monitor and document clients' progress and report changes to the supervising PT/OT
• Educate clients and caregivers on exercises, equipment, and independence strategies
• Assess the home environment regularly to ensure safety

• Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Therapist Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant from a recognized community college or equivalent training and experience
• Current police check for work with vulnerable populations
• Additional language skills are an asset
• Valid G2/G driver’s license, third-party insurance coverage of $1,000,000.00, and access to a reliable vehicle

Spectrum Health Care has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. This award recognizes top Canadian companies for performance, growth, strategy, innovation, culture, and leadership. Learn more here.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We support accommodations during the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005. Please contact Human Resources at [email] for assistance if needed.

Spectrum Health Care is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting the communities we serve. We believe a diverse workforce is key to our success.