Occupational Therapy Program Assistant

1 week ago

Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time $35,213 - $47,162
Description

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position is a part-time recurring, with approximately 10 months of the year being 28 hours/week and 2 months of the year being 14 hours/week, depending on season needs.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits.

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people — from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just.

Working for The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine

The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine creates knowledge, inspires learning, and advances the practice of rehabilitation to enhance health and participation. The Faculty has three departments providing accredited professional programs (Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology) as well as a vibrant continuing professional education portfolio and numerous clinics, centres, and institutes. The faculty operates satellite campuses for the professional programs in Camrose and Calgary. Currently, the faculty has approximately 70 faculty and academic teaching staff and 30 support staff serving approximately 1,000 graduate students.

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Program Assistant provides technical and administrative support to the course-based MScOT program. The incumbent also models the clinical role of the Therapist Assistant for students in the program. This position reports to the Associate Chair, who is also the Curriculum Coordinator, and works with and handles requests from both faculty and students to support MScOT courses.

Duties Administrative and Instructional Support to MScOT Program (50%)
  • Maintains inventory of equipment/materials and orders replacements as needed
  • Oversees logistics for practical exams, including the booking of rooms and standardized patients through HSERC B-line system
  • Invigilates both practical and written exams
  • Schedules and assists client educators
  • Assists instructors in preparation of various learning activities
  • Coordinates student access to learning resources and labs
  • Monitors student practice labs
Technical Support to MScOT Program (40%)
  • Maintains all teaching laboratories and one resource room
  • Completes routine maintenance on lab equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers etc.
  • Provides technical support for courses and labs
  • Sets-up and takes down lab demonstrations and equipment
  • Assists instructors with distributed education technology
  • Assists instructors with the delivery of online course content using the University's learning management system
Recruitment Activities (5%)
  • Participates in recruitment activities such as high school orientations, job fairs, etc.
Supplementary Learning Activities (5%)
  • Supports the student-based Professional Development Committee in organizing various activities
  • Organizes and leads supplementary learning activities for MScOT students focused on technical skills needed for clinical practice
Qualifications
  • The ideal candidate will be an experienced Therapy Assistant and have a Therapist Assistant diploma; however, an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
  • Advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and perform tasks accurately with high attention to detail
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure
  • Ability to use their initiative to work both independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Familiarity with Google Applications and/or eClass is an asset
  • Experience working in a post-secondary environment is an asset

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight December 18, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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