Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant Corporate

William Osler Health System; Brampton; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

William Osler Health System in Brampton seeks a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our patient care team. Under supervision of physiotherapists and occupational therapists, you will provide patient support, assist with rehab programs, and help maintain supplies and equipment across Osler sites.

You should have a two-year PTA/OT assistant certification, English proficiency, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Two-year Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant certification (required)
• Two years' recent clinical experience in adult rehab/geriatrics preferred
• Ability to speak, read and write English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with good time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Physical ability to perform duties with knowledge of body mechanics
• Willingness to travel between Osler sites
• Must demonstrate Osler's values: Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration

Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks under the direction of physiotherapists and occupational therapists and provide patient support services
• Administrative tasks, stocking supplies, equipment inventory and cleaning/maintenance
• Help rehabilitate each patient to maximum functional level through planned therapeutic programs
• Participate in patient care team meetings and supervision of students

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant certification

Job description

One of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game.

A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training and promotional opportunities. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of patient-inspired health care without boundaries.

Job Description

This position will report to the Manager, Professional Practitioner, and works with the clinical services manager.

Accountabilities

• Carry out assigned tasks under the direction of the physiotherapists and occupational therapists and provide a variety of patient support services
• Administrative tasks, stocking supplies, equipment inventory and cleaning/maintenance and other tasks as assigned
• Work with the patients/families and team to actively help rehabilitate each patient to achieve his/her maximum functional level through planned therapeutic programs
• Participate in patient care team meetings, discipline-specific meetings, special projects as assigned and supervision of students

Qualifications

• Two year Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant certification from a recognized Canadian community college (required to have dual training as an occupational therapy assistant/physiotherapy assistant)
• Preference will be given to candidates with two years recent clinical experience in adult physical medicine including rehab and geriatrics
• Ability to speak, read and write the English language
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with excellent time management and organizational skills required
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills required
• Physical ability to do job duties as assigned; demonstrated knowledge of body mechanics to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
• Proven attendance and work record
• May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites
• Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration

Additional Information

Hours: Currently Days/Evenings including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

Salary:
Minimum: $34.88 per hour
Maximum: $37.73 per hour

Internal application deadline: November 8, 2026

Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at [e-mail].

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.