Therapy Assistant - MacKenzie Health Hospital

Se-Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards

Education bursaries

Innovation culture

Purpose & impact

Work-life balance

Job summary

SE Health is hiring a Therapy Assistant to support therapy services at Mackenzie Health Hospital in Richmond Hill. The role involves assisting therapists, preparing treatments, and delivering exercises in an inpatient setting.

A recognized OTA/PTA certificate or diploma is required, with at least one year of inpatient experience. The successful candidate will work in a team, may cover early evening hours, and join a not-for-profit social enterprise committed to health across Canada.

Qualifications

• OTA/PTA diploma or certificate from an accredited community college.
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient setting experience.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, gait aids and wheelchairs.
• BLS certificate.
• Criminal background check, Vulnerable sector check and immunization record up to date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist in delivering treatment plans for patients in the hospital setting.
• Perform prescribed treatments including gait training, balance, transfer training, ROM, strengthening, ADL retraining and modalities.
• Deliver dynamic, safe exercise classes for 1:1 or group sessions.
• Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after patients’ treatments.
• Ensure the therapy gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy.
• Maintain ongoing communication with therapists regarding changes in patient status or plan.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

OTA/PTA certificate or diploma

Job description

SE Health is currently hiringa Full time Therapy Assistant to work at Mackenzie Health Hospital in Richmond Hill for our acute care programs. The Therapy Assistantwill support the Therapist in providing services to patients.The successful candidate will be familiar working in a team environment and be available to potentially work early evening hours as needed.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently hiring Therapy Assistant to work Mackenzie Richmond Hill hospital in the following units

Inpatient: Post Acute Care programs, Full time Temporary Contract until March 6, 2027 - Mon to Friday with one weekend shift per month

As a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team, the Occupational Therapist/ Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) will collaborate in the provision of therapeutic services. The Therapy Assistant will practice under the guidance and direction of a qualified Registered Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist.

As the successful candidate, you are a graduate of a recognized OTA/PTA Certificate or Diploma program from an “accredited community college” with one year of work experience in an inpatient setting. You demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a high level of initiative and adaptability to rapidly changing demands.

Why join our team?

• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition
  Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact. Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
• Support to be your best. At SE you are afforded the time you need to help patients, to build rapport, to accomplish patient care and recovery goals, and to understand the home and life environments that impact recovery in a way you can’t in most other settings. At SE, you meet your patients where they are, and together you take them to new heights!

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising Physiotherapist and Occupational therapist in performing various components of the treatment plans forpatients in the hospital setting.
• Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists including, but not limited to, gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, ADL re-training, and the application of modalities. (i.e. heat, ice, TENS).
• Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for 1:1 interventions or groups of patients.
• Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after patients’ treatments.
• Ensure that the therapy gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy.
• Maintain regular ongoing communication with the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists regarding any changes or concerns about a patient’s status or treatment interventions.

Requirements

• Completed an OTA/PTA Diploma.
• Minimum 1-year experience working in an inpatient setting is required (inpatient unit experience is preferred).
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, gait aids and wheelchairs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, pushing, lifting and transferring using proper/safe body mechanics.
• BLS certificate.
• Criminal background check, Vulnerable sector check and Immunization record (current).

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

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This role is a replacement position. The hiring pay range is $26.00 - $28.50 per hour based on experience.