Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant, Medically Complex Service

St. Joseph's Health Care, London; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant to join their Medically Complex Service team. This role focuses on providing exceptional care to patients with chronic and complex medical conditions, ensuring their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are met. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, alongside relevant diplomas in physiotherapy and occupational therapy. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the holistic care of patients while engaging in teaching and research activities.

Qualifications

• Qualifications include diplomas in physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
• Experience with geriatric clients and knowledge of anatomy required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational and physiotherapy treatment to patients.
• Engage in teaching and research activities related to clinical duties.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Anatomy

Occupational Therapy Treatment

Physiotherapy Treatment

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma

Occupational Assistant Diploma

Dual OTA/PTA Diploma

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

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May 04, 2025

CARING FOR THE BODY, MIND & SPIRIT SINCE 1869

Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant, Medically Complex Service - 1 position

Medically Complex Service
Parkwood Institute Main - London, ON
Temporary Full Time
Salary Range: $30.49 - $31.17 /hour

This is a temporary position expected to extend until August 10, 2026, and is subject to the availability of work

The Medically Complex Service is a part of the Complex Care Program and comprises two units that provide care for individuals with a variety of chronic and complex medical conditions. An interdisciplinary team provides a holistic and collaborative approach to care focusing on the physical, psycho-social, emotional and spiritual needs of the patients. Our ultimate goal is to earn the complete confidence of our patients, and their families, by providing exceptional care that meets their individualized care needs. We value respect, excellence and compassion and consistently demonstrate these values in our interactions with our patients, family caregivers and coworkers.

The Medically Complex Service provides care to patients who require ongoing medical management as well as rehabilitation following a major medical event, accident or illness. We provide support to individuals with a range of chronic complex conditions including designated beds for patient's requiring chronic ventilator support.



Essential Qualifications

• Either Physiotherapy Assistant and Occupational Assistant diplomas or for dual OTA/PTA diploma from recognized program that includes a placement component
• Demonstrated knowledge of the geriatric population
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical and cognitive disabilities and their potential impact on task performance
• Experience with the provision of occupational therapy and physiotherapy treatment such as monitoring ADL programs, positioning aids, wheelchair and seating components, functional mobility retraining in individual and group setting, cognitive therapy and assisting with PROM/AROM exercises
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work effectively in an inter-professional team environment
• Able to meet the physical demands of the position (e.g. lifts and transfers, able to assist therapist with physical treatment techniques)
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Strong organizational skills
• Flexibility in adapting to varying case load needs
• Knowledge of computer systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French would be an asset
• Demonstrated initiative with program development/improvement
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in research and program evaluation
• Experience working with geriatric clients

Teaching and Research

• St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated.
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