Physiotherapy/occupational Therapy Assistant

**ROLE**

As a Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant (PTA/OTA), you will perform clinical duties and implements treatment plans as assigned under the direction and supervision of the physiotherapist or occupational therapist as appropriate. Additionally, you will;
- Monitors clients during exercise, response to treatment and reports changes to the supervising physiotherapist or occupational therapist
- Implements treatment plans as directed by the physiotherapist or occupational therapist
- Teaches and adjusts gait aids
- Assists clients in/out of bed safely
- Performs lifts and transfers safely, transports clients to and from rehab department as required
- Utilizes modalities such as laser, ultrasound, TENS, EMS, hot wax, ice/hot wax, whirlpool as directed by the supervising physiotherapist or occupational therapist
- Documents on patient charts utilizing SOAP/SWOT formats according to institutional guidelines, scope of practice and standards under the respective college of physiotherapists or occupational therapists
- Maintains records of workload and service statistics and submits to administration in a timely manner
- Assist patients with walking, transfers and safe mobility, individual cognitive, perceptual, activities of daily living and physical programs
- Order prescribed assistive or adaptive equipment as assigned by the physiotherapist or occupational therapist

**REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)**
- Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant Diploma
- Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma, (for physio only)
- Valid Driver’s Licence and vehicle required

**REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)**
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills with staff, patients and families
- Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team
- Maintains confidentiality of patient information and ensures security of patient documentation
- Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills including legibility, familiarity with medical terminology
- Works within their scope of practice
- Demonstrates excellent organizational skills

**DESIRED SKILLS**,**EXPERIENCE(S)** & EDUCATION**
- Current First Aid and CPR Certification

**ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC**
- Staff referral program $1000 (For each successful permanent part-time and permanent full-time new hire you refer to MAHC)
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

** ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**

** Location**:Multi-Site, working on site at both the South Muskoka Memorial Hospital (SMMH) located in Bracebridge and Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville. Applicants must reside within 125km of one of our hospital campuses or be willing to relocate prior to starting. *Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis

** Hours of Work**: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement.

** Recruitment Process**

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We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

** Conditions of employment for external hires includes;**
- Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada
- Satisfactory Criminal Record & Vulnerable Sector Check

** Our organization**: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

** Accommodation** will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled

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