Ot/pt Assistant - Toronto, Canada - St. Michael's Hospital
Description
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The primary role of the OTA/PTA is to implement therapeutic programs for patients as assigned and/or supervised by the Occupational Therapist and/or the Physical Therapist. This includes the management of patientrelated equipment and therapeutic tools.
- Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient care
- Contributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, students and members of the academic and professional community
- Identifies and addresses educational needs for patients and their families
- Demonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient care
- Is committed to, and participates in, ongoing quality improvement in the organization
- Provides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standards
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of an accredited combined OTA/PTA program
- Current CPR certification
- 1 year experience working in acute care required
- Experience with critical care units preferred
- Ability to carry out directions of therapists and modify interventions quickly in accordance to changes in patient status as required
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and critical thinking skills;
- Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fastpaced environment;
- Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient care
- Demonstrated ability to function as an effective interdisciplinary team member
- Willingness to participate in and/or lead relevant quality improvement initiatives
- Motivated to practice in accordance with the mission and vision of hospital/health service
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development
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