The Regional Rehabilitation Centre is a specialized rehabilitation facility located at the Hamilton General site. The centre serves patients from Hamilton and the surrounding area who have had an ABI, Stroke or Spinal Cord Injury. As part of the rehabilitation program patients work with the multidisciplinary team to improve their mobility. When appropriate, patients will also attend therapy in the RRC hydrotherapy program.
As a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team, the Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) will collaborate in the provision of therapeutic services for patients living with ABI, Stroke, SCI injury or other major neurological/musculoskeletal conditions . The OTA/PTA will practice under the guidance and direction of a qualified Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. Care will be delivered on the unit or in the hydrotherapy area depending on patient and program needs.
As a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team, the Occupational Therapy/ Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) will collaborate in the provision of therapeutic services for patients living with ABI, Stroke, SCI injury or other major neurological/musculoskeletal conditions . The OTA/PTA will practice under the guidance and direction of a qualified Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. Care will be delivered on the unit or in the hydrotherapy area depending on patient and program needs.
days, weekends, evenings
days, weekends, evenings
Graduate of a recognized, accredited OTA/PTA (must be dual trained) Certificate or Diploma program from an institution accredited by the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Education Accreditation Program (OTA PTA EAP).Demonstrated experience/knowledge (listed on resume/profile) and 2 recent years therapeutic experience within the last 5 years in the field of neurological rehabilitation with populations such as Spinal Cord, Stroke, and ABI.Recent (within the last 5 years) experience of hydrotherapy within a pool setting. Candidates should be able to tolerate working in a warm and humid hydrotherapy area.Demonstrated and documented continuing education, advanced training in hydrotherapy/pool therapy skills. Certificates/diplomas related to continuing education may be requested.Able to use safe body mechanics/handling techniques during therapeutic activities (complex transfers, ADLs, equipment use, exercise programming in and out of the pool)Demonstrated knowledge (e.g. certificates/diplomas) in safety procedures/protocols with patients on land in the hydrotherapy setting.Current Basic Life Saving Certificate (BCLS).Ability to communicate a clear understanding of the OTA/PTA role and OT/PT services to client/family/staff as required.Flexibility, communication, problem solving, organizational skills, conflict resolution skills and the ability to prioritize shared workload among many therapists.Computer skills in Microsoft office applications, experience with electronic medical record system is considered an assetGraduate of a recognized, accredited OTA/PTA (must be dual trained) Certificate or Diploma program from an institution accredited by the Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Education Accreditation Program (OTA PTA EAP).Demonstrated experience/knowledge (listed on resume/profile) and 2 recent years therapeutic experience within the last 5 years in the field of neurological rehabilitation with populations such as Spinal Cord, Stroke, and ABI.Recent (within the last 5 years) experience of hydrotherapy within a pool setting. Candidates should be able to tolerate working in a warm and humid hydrotherapy area.Demonstrated and documented continuing education, advanced training in hydrotherapy/pool therapy skills. Certificates/diplomas related to continuing education may be requested.Able to use safe body mechanics/handling techniques during therapeutic activities (complex transfers, ADLs, equipment use, exercise programming in and out of the pool)Demonstrated knowledge (e.g. certificates/diplomas) in safety procedures/protocols with patients on land in the hydrotherapy setting.Current Basic Life Saving Certificate (BCLS).Ability to communicate a clear understanding of the OTA/PTA role and OT/PT services to client/family/staff as required.Flexibility, communication, problem solving, organizational skills, conflict resolution skills and the ability to prioritize shared workload among many therapists.Computer skills in Microsoft office applications, experience with electronic medical record system is considered an asset
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Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.
To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Services at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.
This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment
Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset
If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements: