Rehabilitation Physiotherapy Assistant
4 months ago
Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first
- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.
Position Summary
Rehab Physiotherapy Assistant, Reactivation Care Centre Unit 2 & 3:
Your goal in this position is to be responsible for independently carrying out prescribed rehabilitation therapy programs under the direction and supervision of an occupational or physical therapist. You will be performing administrative duties and cleaning equipment as required. You demonstrate excellent communication skills, and are able to communicate with patients and co-workers in a professional manner. You work effectively with supervising therapist, and also lead group sessions and motivate patients to participate. You work well in a physically demanding, fast-paced, and challenging environment. You have the ability to adapt to a changing workload and have great organizational skills. You are a critical thinker, and will prioritize and work in a collaborative inter-professional team setting. This position supports the Hospital’s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for staff, physicians, volunteers, learners, patients and families
On a practical level, you will
Carry out exercise programs with patients on an individual or group basis and assist with gait training as prescribed by the physiotherapist
Carry out appropriate patient transfers and demonstrate safe lifting techniques and proper body mechanics to nursing staff and patients’ families as instructed by the therapist
Carry out ADL training with patients to facilitate independence as prescribed by the occupational therapist
Conduct occupational therapy activity groups under the supervision of an occupational therapist once or twice weekly
Assist patients in properly setting up strength training equipment
Record statistics
Maintain equipment inventory
**Qualifications**:
Diploma from an accredited community college Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) program
Experience in medical in-patient acute setting
Ability to work effectively with supervising therapist
Experience leading group sessions and motivating patients to participate
Experience working in a physically demanding, fast-paced, challenging environment
Bilingualism in French/ English an asset
What We Offer
Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Regular Position, with 8 hour shifts, days & weekends, in the Reactivation Care Centre Unit 2 & 3 at 555 Finch Ave W. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca
**FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.
How to Apply
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Closing Statement
At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
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