Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant

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Posting#: REF9831T

Union : CUPE

Number of Vacancies: 1

New or Replacement: Replacement

Site: Toronto Rehab - University Centre

Department: Inpatient Geriatrics, MSK, and Multisystem Rehab

Reports to: Allied Health Manager

Hours: 1.0 FTE

Wage range: $33.92 - $34.42 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.

Status: Temporary Full-Time, 1 year

Shifts:  Days and Weekends

Posted Date:   March 26, 2026

Closing Date: April 2, 2026

The OTA/PTA is an integral member of the Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided. As a member of the Inpatient Geriatrics, MSK, and Multisystem Rehab team, the OTA/PTA:

• Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist, supervises or assists with individual patient treatment programs
• Assists in or conducts group activity/exercise programs
• Assists client to practice with assistive or adaptive equipment
• Instructs and demonstrates the safe use of therapeutic equipment
• Assists in the implementation of new occupational therapy and/or physiotherapy programs and research projects
• Monitors and reports changes in health status to the supervising OT or PT
• Participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives
• Sets up and cleans-up patient treatment areas
• Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies inventory
• Must be adaptable with the ability to cross cover between units based on operational needs

• Successful completion of combined Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant diploma from a recognized Community College
• Knowledge of equipment, e.g., wheelchair supplies and seating equipment, etc.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada and non-violent crisis intervention training
• Knowledge of the rehabilitation approach to patient care and the roles of Occupational and Physical Therapy
• Experience in neurological rehabilitation preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Effective team member
• Good attendance is essential

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.