Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA)

Part-time

Compensation: CAD 33.92 - CAD 34.42 - hourly

UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #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 it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Posting #: REF13327F
Union: CUPE
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute,University Centre
Department: Geriatrics, MSK, and Multi-System Rehab
Reports to: Allied Health and Outpatient Manager
Salary: $33.92 – $34.42 per hour
Hours: Required availability every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday), remaining shifts scheduled on weekdays= 9 shifts per month total
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: October 22, 2026

Job Summary
The OTA/PTAis an integral member of the Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided.As a member of the Inpatient Geriatrics, MSK, and Multisystem Rehab team, theOTA/PTA:

Duties





Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist, supervises or assists with individual patient treatment programs

Assists in or conducts group activity/exercise programs

Assists client to practice with assistive or adaptive equipment

Instructs and demonstrates the safe use of therapeutic equipment

Assists in the implementation of new occupational therapy and/or physiotherapy programs and research projects

Monitors and reports changes in health status to the supervising OT or PT

Participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives

Sets up and cleans-up patient treatment areas

Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies inventory

Must be adaptable with the ability to cross cover between units based on operational needs

Position requires availability for every other weekend rotation and the ability to function independently while contributing positively to a collaborative healthcare team

Successful completion of combined Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Assistant diploma from a recognized Community College

Knowledge of equipment, e.g., wheelchair supplies and seating equipment, etc.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (C Level) Heart Saver Plus Canada

Knowledge of the rehabilitation approach to patient care and the roles of Occupational and Physical Therapy

Previous experience in MSK care and with geriatric patients is preferred

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills





Demonstrated computer skills

Effective team member

Positive attendance is essential

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at 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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📌 Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario