Position Details

Job Number:

JR01772

Department:

Physiotherapy Services

This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites:

Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), Satellite Health Facility (Hamilton Downtown)

Job Type:

Regular, Part time

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Union:

CUPE Local 786

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$37.3 - $38.78

Schedule

Work Days:

Holidays, Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends

Time of Day:

Days

Shift:

Hours - 4, Hours - 7.5

Shift Start: (If applicable)

AM 08:00

Reason for Posting:

Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-08-20

Closing Date:

2026-08-27

Job Description

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapist Assistant 2-year diploma program

PTA/OTA certification recognized by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) and the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) required

Demonstrated interest and proficiency in bothPhysiotherapist Assistant/Occupational Therapistroles with defined populations required

Demonstrated ability to function within an interprofessional team managing competing demands from multiple assigning therapists and units required

Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and critical thinking skills and demonstrated ability to work to full scope of the assistant role in both OTA and PTA capacit required

Minimum of three and up tosix months of clinical experience required





Two years experience in a hospital or clinic environment working with clients with orthopaedic, rheumatic, neurological, respiratory and geriatric conditions preferred

Ability to communicate with an elderly and/or frail population

CPR certificate

Familiarity with various computer applications i.e. MS Word, internet, patient registration systems

Physical ability for the regular use of therapy equipment i.e. wheelchairs, bariatric chairs, mechanical lifts, weights

Ability to function effectively within a team and manage competing demands

Must be capable of performing all related duties i.e. lifting, transferring patients, walking with and portering patients

Good work performance and a valuable attendance record are essential

An updated resumemust accompany the application

Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families

Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the registered therapist with transfer and mobility training and subsequent promotion of independence in mobility and transfers by following through with the recommendations of the therapists

Follows through with ADL retraining at the recommendations of theOccupationalTherapist to maximize client independence





Assists the therapist in the collection of data for use in the assessment and reassessment process

Administers specific modalities and treatment programs at the instruction of the Physiotherapist, including ice/heat, hydrotherapy, TENS, intermittent compression and pulmonary hygiene programs

Follows pulmonary hygiene programs developed by the Physiotherapist

Reinforces education programs under the direction of the therapists regarding energy conservation, use of assistive devices, joint protection, posture, etc.

Monitors/observes the client’s response to treatment, documenting effects and informing the therapist of any positive or adverse effects

Completes workload statistics

Provides general housekeeping tasks such as keeping therapy equipment and space clean and maintaining inventory

Attends staff meetings

Provides clerical assistance when requested, and other related duties as assigned by the Manager

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people.We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values .

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).

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📌 Rehabilitation Assistant - Physiotherapy (Winnipeg)
🏢 St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
📍 Winnipeg