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

Communicative Disorders Assistants and Speech-Language Pathology Assistants Specific Skills

Assist during assessment of patients and carry out treatment programs and develop materials for use with patients

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

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

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Child welfare check; Criminal record check

Work Setting School or educational institution/establishment

Additional Skills

Perform various administrative functions; Document patient rehabilitation progress

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Education

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

Languages English