Occupational Therapy Assistant/ Physiotherapy - Toronto, Canada - Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Summary of Duties:

The OTA&PTA receives assignments from Physiotherapists (PT) and Occupational Therapists (OT), and collaborates with members of the interprofessional team to promote a safe caring environment for residents and patients in the Veterans Program.

Perform a variety of appropriate therapeutic activities as directed by the supervising PTs and OTs. Therapeutic activities may include, but are not limited to; strengthening, range of motion, progress ADL's and function, setup of wheelchair and seating products, gait training, balance training, exercise classes, providing physical assistance to PT/OT during assessment/ treatment etc.
Ensure the ongoing integrity and function of therapeutic equipment and treatment areas
Manage and maintain inventory of therapeutic supplies, assessment and resource forms, and kitchen supplies
Provide preventive maintenance to therapy equipment
Maintain regular communication with the PTs and OTs regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's program or their health status, as well as ongoing communication with the interprofessional team
Maintain accurate and timely workload measurement data, therapy minutes and documentation according to Hospital standards
Involved with the education of OTA/PTA students as appropriate
Participates on appropriate committees pertaining to the operation of the unit/ service and participates in disciplinespecific activities within Sunnybrook
Conduct work in a safe manner; prevention, identification and reporting of safety issues and problems; taking corrective action, where possible; attendance at safety meetings / training/ updates in accordance with the Hospital's standards

Qualifications/Skills:

OTA /PTA diploma from a recognized OTA/PTA program
Previous experience working with older adults in a residential care, palliative care or transitional care settings is an asset
Well

- developed skills in time management, problem solving, and collaboration in a team environment required

Proven computer skills
Excellent oral, written and nonverbal communication skills required
Understanding compensatory and remediation principles preferred
Ability to use hand tools (e.g. for equipment repairs)
Demonstrate professional judgement and interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, families and interprofessional team
Proven ability to be responsible for carrying out assigned tasks with mínimal supervision
Basic knowledge of exercise equipment, gait aids, wheelchairs and seating products preferred
Demonstrated commitment to Person-Centred Care