Physiotherapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy Assistants Specific Skills

Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Accurate; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Interpersonal awareness; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Sound discrimination; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Setting Office of health care professional

Area of Specialization Physiotherapy

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments; Clean and maintain equipment; Perform various administrative functions; Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history; Document patient rehabilitation progress

Experience 1 year to less than 2 years

Education

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

Languages English