Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) – Transitions

We are looking to hire Therapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) to join our Transitions team - this is an exciting opportunity to be at the front-line of health care innovation in Canada.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking several dynamic, passionate Therapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) who want to be part of the transformational change in home and community care by providing care in a truly client-centered approach. You are excited about working in an environment that puts the care team in the driving seat and part of a self-directed team that offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility. You will be part of a diverse, collaborative care team that will provide services to a roster of clients in the community with a focus on a holistic plan of care and client-centered goals addressing client’s physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual domains. You are a member of the interdisciplinary team who will assist the client and family  to reach the client’s care goals. As part of the SE Transitions team, you will be a part of the team that will be accountable for the care and services you provide and the outcomes your clients achieve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provision of comprehensive care in an interdisciplinary team
• Provide continuous and comprehensive support to your team in the delivery of care for your  client’s
• Maintains effective relationships/communication and works collaboratively with other disciplines to implement interdisciplinary care plans within your role
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary team communication (e.g. huddle, rounds, status updates)
• Uses communication tools to effectively communicate changes in the client’s condition to the primary care lead/clinician and other members of the care team as required
• Assists clients in care activities as assigned by the Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist
• Provision of delegated acts/treatments as part of the interdisciplinary team and within the role of an unregulated care provider
• Provide care with clients and families adhering to SE Health’s policies and procedures as adopted from Ministry of Health Guidelines
• Proactively identifies, promotes and seeks to improve client safety as part of their everyday work

REQUIREMENTS:

• OTA/PTA diploma from an accredited program

• Minimum one year of relevant work experience is preferred

• Experience in one of the following areas: home/community care, acute care, chronic disease management, health promotion and palliative care
• Community experience is an asset.
• Vulnerable sector check (current).
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and exercise good judgement is required
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable with excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated skills working independently and in a team environment
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.