OTA/PTA - FT - Jobs in Brampton, ON

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Job Posting DetailsWilliam Osler Health System (Osler) is a multi-site hospital system serving 1.3 million people in one of the fastest-growing and most culturally-diverse regions in Ontario.With our new 2019-24 Corporate Strategic Plan, Going Beyond for Healthier Communities as our roadmap, we are shifting traditional thinking and re-imagining health care to help people live healthier lives, reduce chronic disease and improve access to care.At Osler, we are committed to providing safe, equitable, high-quality care in a fulfilling work environment that inspires our staff, physicians and volunteers to learn, innovate and grow. We are proud to be recognized, year after year, as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers and Canada’s Best Diversity Employers.Here you will work alongside a highly-committed and respected team that understands what it means to go beyond to meet the health care needs of our communities.DEPARTMENT/CAMPUS:Physiotherapy Outpatient Rehab – WSIB Specialty Clinics – Brampton Civic and Peel MemorialHOURS: Days 8 hours, Weekends and Statutory Holidays(Subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)JOB SUMMARY:This position will report to the Clinical Services Manager in collaboration with the Professional Leader. You will carry out assigned tasks under the direction of the physiotherapists and occupational therapists and provide a variety of patient support services. These may include administrative tasks, stocking supplies, equipment inventory and cleaning/maintenance, and other tasks as assigned. You will work with the patients/families and team to actively help rehabilitate each patient to achieve his/her maximum functional level through planned therapeutic programs. OTA/PTAs are expected to participate in patient care team meetings, discipline-specific meetings, special projects as assigned, and supervision of students.QUALIFICATIONS:Two Year Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification from a recognized Canadian Community College (required to have dual training as an OTA & PTA)Preference will be given to candidates with 2-years recent clinical experience in adult physical medicine, including MSK type of injuries and RehabilitationAbility to speak, read & write the English languageExcellent communication and interpersonal skills requiredAbility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment with excellent time management and organizational skills requiredDemonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisionGood critical thinking and problem-solving skills requiredPhysical ability to do job duties as assigned; demonstrated knowledge of body mechanics to prevent musculoskeletal injuriesDemonstrated commitment to continuing educationProven attendance and work recordMay be required to travel between and work at all hospital sitesSALARY:Minimum: $28.60Maximum: $30.95Osler 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 Ontario Disability Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at human.resources@williamoslerhs.ca.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.#LI-VS1