physiotherapist assistant (PTA) - Toronto

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Overview

Languages

English

Education
  • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
  • Physical therapy/therapist

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting
  • Relocation costs not covered by employer
  • Willing to relocate
  • Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres

Responsibilities

Tasks
  • Administer evaluative tests
  • Assess patients' physical abilities
  • Assist health care professionals
  • Assist physicians in the assessment of patients
  • Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
  • Administer evaluative tests and procedures
  • Clean and maintain equipment
  • Hire and train staff
  • Document patient rehabilitation progress
  • Schedule and confirm appointments

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
  • CPR Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization
  • Physiotherapy

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Physically demanding
  • Work under pressure
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling
  • Attention to detail
Personal suitability
  • Punctuality
  • Client focus
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Judgement
  • Accurate
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits
  • Pension plan
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