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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT/ PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (DUAL-TRAINED)



Baycrest Hospital

 

has an exciting opportunity for a

 

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSISTANT/

PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT (DUAL-TRAINED)

 

Interprofessional Practice

 

 

Posting Number: 9963

Position Type: On Call – Casual

Bi-Weekly Hours: Varies, 7.5 hrs/shift

Union: SEIU Service PT

Hourly Pay Rate: $30.89 - $34.09

Date Posted: May 29, 2026

Internal Closing Date: June 9, 2026

 

 

About Us

 

 

At Baycrest Hospital, older adults receive specialized post-acute inpatient care informed by deep expertise in aging and brain health, delivered with compassion and clinical excellence.

  

Job Summary:

 

The Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA), working in Health Disciplines, provides clinical care to various hospital clients, both inpatient and outpatient.  This role will provide treatment services primarily to the Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation High-Tolerance unit, Slow Stream Rehabilitation, Complex Continuing Care areas, Behavioral Neurology and Ambulatory Services -Day Treatment Centre/ICCT. The OTA/PTA will work as an integral part of an inter-professional team to help patients attain maximum physical and functional goals to support return to living in the community as independently as possible. Reporting directly to the Manager & Interprofessional Practice Chief- Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy & Therapeutic Recreation, the OTA/PTA will receive assignments from and are supervised by individual Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

 

  • Carries out Ambulation & Transfer training, Activities of Daily Living (‘ADL’) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (‘IADL’) for clients
  • Carries out Upper Extremity program/Lower Extremity program, Range of Motion / stretching program, mobility training, transfer training, cognitive training, functional treatment, exercise classes, group treatment and educational treatment for clients and/or caregivers
  • Provides indirect care like sewing modification, adaptive clothing, positioning devices, environmental modification (e.g. rearranging furniture), wheelchair/walker modification, inventory check/maintaining equipment
  • Assists clients in purchasing equipment
  • Participates in supervision of OTA/PTA students and volunteers 

 

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

  

  • Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) diploma from an accredited College program; or Physiotherapy Assistant or Occupational Therapist Assistant program with the corresponding bridging program
  • Recent and related experience, preferably in a dual role (within the last six (6) months) or a 30-hour refresher course completed no later than December 31, 2015
  • Recent related rehabilitation experience with older adult populations with various conditions (orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, mental health, etc.) preferred
  • Knowledge of Occupational Therapy & Physiotherapy areas of practice including activities of daily of living, assistive devices, home safety and energy conservation, transfers and ambulation
  • Knowledge of and skill in providing a range of interventions geared to improving and maintaining function through the use of groups or one-on-one basis
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Basic computer skills – Meditech, MDS, SERS, Microsoft Word and Excel, NRS/FIM preferred

Why Baycrest

Baycrest puts people first, offering rewards and programs to support your health, well-being, and growth. (Eligibility varies by role and employment status.)

·       Competitive pay

·       Extended health and dental coverage

·       Defined-benefit pension plan (HOOPP)

·       Paid vacation and statutory holidays

·       Maternity and parental leave top-up programs

·       Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)

·       On-site fitness facilities

·       Employee discount program

·       Tuition reimbursement



INTERNAL APPLICANTS: Current Baycrest employees must apply online through the Baycrest intranet. Applications submitted through the external careers website will only be considered after the internal application process. If you are a current employee and are unable to access the intranet, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

 
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: Please submit your application online by clicking the Apply button below.

 

Thank you for your interest in joining Baycrest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All successful candidates will be required to complete a police reference check/vulnerable sector screen.



Baycrest is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at hospitalrecruitment@baycrest.org or 416-785-2500, ext. 2961.

This position is located at 3560 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON. View the Google Map in full screen.


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