Government of Canada - Central

physiotherapy assistant


Pay34.10 / hour
LocationToronto/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 44149325

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

      Experience

      1 year to less than 2 years

      On site

      Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

      Work setting

      • Relocation costs not covered by employer
      • Willing to relocate
      • Urban area
      • Sports therapy

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Administer tests using equipment, instruct patients on test procedures and record results, and monitor, check and calibrate auditory equipment
      • Assess patients' physical abilities
      • Assist health care professionals
      • Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
      • Position patients for treatments by chiropractor or machine
      • Set up and dismantle equipment
      • Supervise technical and support staff
      • Clean and maintain equipment
      • Hire and train staff
      • Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
      • Assist chiropractor with patient health education
      • Plan physiotherapy programs
      • Maintain clinical and progress reports
      • Maintain inventory of equipment
      • Assist chiropractor with physical examinations
      • Perform general clerical duties

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • CPR Certificate
      • First Aid Certificate

      Experience and specialization

      Computer and technology knowledge

      • MS Office

      Area of specialization

      • Physiotherapy

      Additional information

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Physically demanding
      • Hand-eye co-ordination
      • Work under pressure
      • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
      • Repetitive tasks
      • Standing for extended periods
      • Bending, crouching, kneeling
      • Attention to detail
      • Walking

      Personal suitability

      • Punctuality
      • Client focus
      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Judgement
      • Accurate
      • Dependability
      • Excellent written communication
      • Flexibility
      • Initiative
      • Organized
      • Reliability
      • Team player

      Benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Pension plan
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