physiotherapist assistant (PTA)

Education:

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

Work setting:

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

Tasks:

• Administer evaluative tests.
• Assist health care professionals.
• Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities.
• Develop information materials for patients.
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients.
• Help physical therapists.
• Maintain prescription records .
• Set up and dismantle equipment.
• Administer evaluative tests and procedures.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Hire and train staff.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Document patient rehabilitation progress.

Area of specialization:

Physiotherapy.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

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

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Judgement.
• Accurate.
• Dependability.
• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Experience:

2 years to less than 3 years.

Financial benefits:

Pension plan.