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 Location Information

Willing to relocate; Relocation costs covered by employer

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Work Setting

Private practice; Office of health care professional

Area of Specialization Physiotherapy

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments; Clean and maintain equipment; Perform various administrative functions; Take earmold impressions and fit and adjust hearing instruments; Take patients' general medical and ophthalmic history; Document patient rehabilitation progress

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

Education Bachelor's degree

Languages English