We currently have an opportunity for Permanent Part-Time Therapy Assistant

**Location:**WRHN @ Midtown and Chicopee (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW and Freeport Campus)

Hours of Work: 8 HR SHIFTS, DAYS, EVENINGS, AND WEEKENDS. MINIMUM AVAILABILITY REQUIRED.

Position Summary:

The OTA/PTA collaborates in an interdisciplinary team to carry out therapeutic individual and group exercise programs as assigned by a Physiotherapist /Occupational Therapist in an appropriate and safe manner. Support activities include documentation, inventory completion, equipment cleaning, and other duties as assigned. This is a part time Therapy Assistant float position that has pre-scheduled shifts at Midtown and Chicopee sites and has minimum availability requirements for weekdays and weekends for additional coverage shifts. Contributes to ensuring there is a safe environment for all patients, staff, and visitors.

Position Requirements:

• 2 year OTA/PTA Diploma required (500 hours of clinical placement) OR 1 year OTA/PTA Certificate required with a minimum of 7 years recent and related experience.
• CPR Certification is required
• High level of organizational and time management skills, and supervised clinical practice in a hospital setting.
• Appropriate and effective written, oral, and non-verbal communication skills with patients, families and colleagues.
• Solid understanding of the OTA/PTA scope of practice.
• Good attendance record
• Other duties as assigned

At WRHN we support our Team Members with:

• A thorough onboarding and orientation program
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to our Ongoing Education Fund
• Career mentorship Wellness programs

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.

Waterloo Regional Health Centre is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants:

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.

We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

**Please Note:**New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.