OTA / PTA - Long Term Care (Temporary Part-Time)

St. Joseph's Health Centre Guelph; Guelph; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ontario is seeking a Therapy Assistant (PTA / OTA) for a temporary part-time position lasting approximately 6 months. The ideal candidate will have a graduate qualification in Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistance and at least six months of relevant experience. Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills are essential. This role may include day shifts and weekends, with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience in both OTA and PTA practice.
• Experience in hospital, Long Term Care, Outpatient clinic, or Rehab setting preferred.
• Meets Physiotherapist and Occupational therapist competency checklist.

Skills

Communication skills

Accountability

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Adaptability

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

Graduate from Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant program

Job description

Overview

TITLE : Therapy Assistant (PTA / OTA)

Temporary Part-Time (Approx. 6 months)

PROGRAM : Long Term Care

HRS OF WORK : Day shifts (may include weekends)

RATE OF PAY : Start Rate 9 Months 18 Months

31.57 $32.19 $32.62

Qualifications

• Graduate from a formal training program in Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physiotherapy Assistant at a Ministry of Education approved community college.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience of both OTA and PTA practice. Experience working in a hospital, Long Term Care, Outpatient clinic or Rehab setting preferred
• Meets Physiotherapist and Occupational therapist competency checklist
• Demonstrates good communication, accountability, organization and interpersonal skills
• Time management skills
• Adaptable to handling changing workloads
• Demonstrates commitment towards learning new skills
• Demonstrates ability to function as a team member
• Good attendance record
• Physical ability to perform tasks associated with the job