physiotherapist assistant (PTA)

Ottawa-Carleton Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Center; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottawa-Carleton Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Center is seeking a dedicated assistant to support physiotherapists and occupational therapists in rehabilitating patients. The role involves following treatment plans, maintaining equipment, and handling scheduling and paperwork at the clinic in Ottawa.

The position requires strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and reliability. CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred, with experience in private practice beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in a related field is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required or strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Process files and paperwork.
• Schedule and confirm appointments.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Organized

Reliability

Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

CPR Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

Bilingual

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Private practice

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Process files and paperwork
• Schedule and confirm appointments

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability