Company DescriptionAltum Health is a department within the University Health Network with over 300 employees across several sites (Ajax, Barrie, Brampton, Cambridge, Hamilton, Mississauga, Oakville, Oshawa, Toronto, Scarborough, and Vaughan). We offer a full continuum of prevention, rehabilitation, and health care services to third party payors and individuals, including the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), employers, and insurers.At Altum Health, we believe in providing “The Right Care. Always.” by offering client-centered services that address the physical, psychosocial, and behavioral issues related to injury or illness. We actively participate in outcomes data collection, analysis and reporting, continuous quality improvement and the education and training of the next generation of health and service professionals. Altum Health services prevent and manage acute and chronic injury as well as co-morbid conditions and integrate clients back into the workplace and home life. Our services result in positive outcomes and value to our clients and customers.Job DetailsUnion: Non-UnionNumber of vacancies: 1New or Replacement Position: NewSites: Krembil Discovery Tower (Toronto Western Hospital)Department: Altum HealthReports to: Site ManagerSalary Range: $27.56 - $34.45 per hourHours: 37.5 hours per weekShifts: DaysStatus: Permanent Full-timeClosing Date: Open until filledAltum Health is currently seeking aPHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANTto join ourTorontoteam! As an integral member of Altum Health’s clinical team,



the Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for providing support to the clinicians and clinical services/facilities, under the assignment and delegation of the regulated health care professionals.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsuring all clinical areas are safe, clean, maintained and stocked with appropriate supplies at all timesSupervising clients during their treatment activities under therapist supervision and ensuring clients perform prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe mannerMaintaining communication with supervising therapist regarding patient progressUsing modalities as prescribed by the physiotherapist/occupational therapist.Providing administrative support as required which may include:Maintaining accurate and timely data regarding tracking of clinical visits, maintaining therapist schedules, facilitating supply and small equipment purchases, performing data entry to capture clinical visits and activities, and other support activitiesPerforming cross-functional and/or other administrative duties as needed which will ensure that the program functions efficiently dailyQualificationsCompletion of a recognized post-secondary Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant certificate programAt least one (1)



year of relevant experienceAbility to solve problems and seek guidance of supervising staff when appropriateAbility to communicate and deal effectively with difficult conversations and situationsKnowledge of the equipment and materials used in the provision of PT/OT treatmentsAbility to function within an interdisciplinary teamAbility to function in a stressful environment while maintaining professional demeanorExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent telephone, data entry/computer systems skills and word processing skills – including proficiency in Microsoft Office Environment (word, excel, outlook)Possesses appropriate and effective written, oral and non-verbal communication with patients, families, colleagues, and insurance carriers (i.E. WSIB and MVA case managers)Excellent time management and organizational skillsBenefitsCompetitive offer packagesGovernment organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle serviceA flexible work environmentOpportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationAdditional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms)Additional InformationApplicants may be required to complete a Criminal Record Check. Misleading or inaccurate information may result in discontinuation of consideration.Equal Chance EmployerUHN 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Physiotherapy Assistant - $27.6 - $34.5 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Altum Health
📍 Winnipeg