Occupational Therapy Assistant - Kitchener, Canada - CareKW
Description
CareKW is a local healthcare company providing Nursing, PSW and therapy support established in 2012. Our mission is building better lives and shaping our community with dynamic care and enriching careers.
CareKW is looking for skilled and reliable Occupational Therapy assistant to join our team to provide support to patients at local facilities and in our community.
Location:
Kitchener and Guelph
Join the CareKW team of qualified, supportive, dynamic individuals who enhance the health of our community.
We Offer:
- Consistent Part time hours
- Competitive pay rate
- Continuous training and career development opportunities
- Offering new graduate mentorship program and on going support
- Offering orientation and professional development workshops
- Offering in person shadow shifts
- Strong IT support
- Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
- Group Retirement Savings Plan Program
Role:
- Support an Occupational Therapist in helping patients with physical, sensory, or cognitive areas of
- Provide handson patient care and service to facilitate treatment and rehabilitation
- Assists clients in care activities as assigned by the Occupational Therapist
- Implement treatment plans and help patients perform therapeutic activities
- Monitor and document patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior
- Other duties assigned by the OT or supervisor
Requirements:
- An Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) diploma from an accredited Ontario college
- Valid work permit (if applicable)
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification
- Vulnerable Sector Screening
- Uptodate Immunization Records (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B, Covid19)
- Excellent documentation skills
- Ability to follow client care plan accordingly
- Strong communication skills
- Strong problemsolving skills
- Excellent patient service skills
- Reliable transportation
- Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is considered an asset
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