Occupational & Physical Therapist Assistant

Job summary

Assists with treatment programs and the application of therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist. Focuses on restoring, maintaining, and enhancing the functional independence and quality of life for clients, patients, and residents.

Job details

Position #: 9006553 Expected Start Date: October 05, 2026 Union: SEIU Facility: Saskatoon City Hospital City/Town: Saskatoon Department: GEM Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: April 05, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 13 $27.990 to $30.000 (3 step range) Travel Required: No Job Description: Assists with treatment programs and application of therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist to restore, maintain and/or enhance the level of functional independence and quality of life of clients/patients/residents. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant diploma (OTA/PTA) Competencies * Interpersonal skills * Basic - Computer skills * Communication skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently Other Information * Valid driver's license, where required * Laser Certification, where required * Official Description at: //www.working-for-health.ca/supportjobevaluation The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

Assists with treatment programs and the application of therapeutic modalities under the direction of a Registered Therapist. Focuses on restoring, maintaining, and enhancing the functional independence and quality of life for clients, patients, and residents.

Requirements

Requires an Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) diploma. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal, computer, and communication skills, and be capable of working independently.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational therapy assistance
• Physical therapy assistance
• Therapeutic modalities
• Patient care
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills
• Communication skills
• Functional independence support
• Therapeutic Modalities
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Interpersonal Communications

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Health Associate Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Occupational Therapy Assistants