Company Description
UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality. www.uhn.ca

Job Description
Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: New

Site: Toronto General Hospital

Department: Allied Health

Reports to: Allied Health Manager

Salary Range: $27.56 to $34.45 per hour

Hours: Various

Shifts: Days

Status: Casual

Closing Date: October 7, 2026

The Rehabilitation Assistant supports the Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy professions by taking responsibility for clinical duties as assigned by the PT or OT. This position will primarily cover the Treadmill outpatient lung transplant population but may change depending on department needs.

Duties

Providing treatment to progress clients and prepare them for discharge

Under the supervision of a PT or OT, assisting Therapists in the functional mobility of patients





Independently supervising patients during their treatment activities and ensuring patients perform prescribed activities in an appropriate and protected manner

Supporting the clinicians by ensuring clinical supplies are available for treatment sessions

Supporting the program administratively by ensuring the treatment areas and equipment are cleaned and maintained on a regular basis, and appropriate supplies are ordered

Participating in supervision of Rehabilitation Assistant students

Participating in departmental, program and hospital meetings and activities as required

Performing cross functional duties as required

Qualifications

At minimum, completion of a community college certificate program

Completion of a recognized post secondary PTA/ OTA and/or Rehabilitation Assistant certificate program

Up to one (1) year of relevant acute care experience preferred

Experience working with medical and surgical patient population preferred

Basic word processing computer skills in Microsoft Office

Client service oriented with the ability to effectively work with diversity

Demonstrates a clear understanding of rehabilitation principles and knowledge of applicable legislative policies

Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, oral and non-verbal communication with patients, families, colleagues and the public

Knowledge of the equipment and materials used in the provision of OT/PT treatments

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team

Ability to solve problems and seek guidance of supervising staff when appropriate





Ability to deal effectively with clients with challenging or conflicting situations

Ability to use good judgment in assessing challenging situations

Ability to anticipate client’s unique needs

Ability to be consistent and display a positive/helpful attitude

Ability to work in a self directed manner

Ability to function in a stressful environment while maintaining professional demeanor li>

Standard First/Aid Basic Rescuer Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) certification required

Additional Information
Why join 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.

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.

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📌 Rehabilitation Assistant, PTA/ OTA (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario