Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA)

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate
• Chronic or long-term care facilities/centres

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Administer evaluative tests
• Assess patients' physical abilities
• Assist health care professionals
• Assist physicians in the assessment of patients
• Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients
• Administer evaluative tests and procedures
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Hire and train staff
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
• Document patient rehabilitation progress
• Schedule and confirm appointments

Experience and specialization

Area of specialization

• Physiotherapy

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Repetitive tasks
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Accurate
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan