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Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant Corporate
William Osler Health System
Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant - Physiotherapy Assistant Corporate
Company 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.
At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!
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/maintenanceand 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 assignedand supervision of students
Job 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 medicineincludingrehab and geriatrics
Ability to speak, read andwrite 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'sValues of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
Additional information
Hours: Currently Days/Eveningsincluding weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)
Salary:
Minimum: $34.88 per hour
Maximum: $37.73 per hour
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 [email protected] .
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.
Job summary
Posting number
REF11919R
Job category
Professional Practice
Location
Multiple sites
Type of employment
Part‑Time
Contract type
Permanent
Union
CUPE
Contact Us
Brampton Civic Hospital
2100 Bovaird Drive East,
Brampton, ON L6R 3J7
Phone: 905-494-2120
Etobicoke General Hospital
101 Humber College Boulevard,
Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8
Phone: 416-747-3400
Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness
20 Lynch Street,
Brampton, ON L6W 2Z8
Phone: 905-494-2120
Reactivation Care Centre
200 Church Street,
Etobicoke, ON M9N 1N8
Phone: 416-243-4390
Withdrawal Management Centre
135 McLaughlin Road South,
Brampton, ON L6Y 2C8
Phone: 905-456-3500
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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.
At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!
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/maintenanceand 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 assignedand supervision of students
Job 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 medicineincludingrehab and geriatrics
Ability to speak, read andwrite 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'sValues of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
Additional information
Hours: Currently Days/Eveningsincluding weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)
Salary:
Minimum: $34.88 per hour
Maximum: $37.73 per hour
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 [email protected] .
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.
Job summary
Posting number
REF11919R
Job category
Professional Practice
Location
Multiple sites
Type of employment
Part‑Time
Contract type
Permanent
Union
CUPE
Contact Us
Brampton Civic Hospital
2100 Bovaird Drive East,
Brampton, ON L6R 3J7
Phone: 905-494-2120
Etobicoke General Hospital
101 Humber College Boulevard,
Etobicoke, ON M9V 1R8
Phone: 416-747-3400
Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness
20 Lynch Street,
Brampton, ON L6W 2Z8
Phone: 905-494-2120
Reactivation Care Centre
200 Church Street,
Etobicoke, ON M9N 1N8
Phone: 416-243-4390
Withdrawal Management Centre
135 McLaughlin Road South,
Brampton, ON L6Y 2C8
Phone: 905-456-3500
Keeping the public in the know
Sign up for the Inside Osler newsletter
Get the latest on what's going on at Osler and how it affects the community around us.
#J-18808-Ljbffr