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Rehabilitation Assistant - Physiotherapy

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton -
Hamilton, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$37.30–$38.78 an hour
7 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
CPR Certification
Senior care
College diploma
Hospital experience

Full job description

Position Details

Job Number:

JR01091

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, Full time

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

Union:

CUPE Local 786

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

$37.3 - $38.78

Schedule

Work Days:

Monday to Friday, Occasional Weekends

Time of Day:

Days

Shift:

Hours - 7.5

Shift Start: (If applicable)

AM 08:00

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-07-09

Closing Date:

2026-07-16

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 both Physiotherapist Assistant/Occupational Therapist roles 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 to six 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 good attendance record are essential
• An updated resume must accompany the application
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors and their families
• Gentle Persuasive Approach training preferred

Responsibilities
Some duties include the following:
• 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 the Occupational Therapist 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

Reason for Opening:

This is to replace an existing vacancy

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our 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 of SJHH.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.

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