Job Description

Company Bio

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It's You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities--right where people need it most.


Quinte Health's four hospitals are the heart of our communities, delivering exceptional care close to home. As one unified team, we're passionate about improving lives and expanding access to high-quality healthcare. Our staff, physicians, and volunteers don't just work here--we live, grow, and thrive here. If you're compassionate and driven, we have exciting opportunities across our hospitals. Join us and make a real impact!

Position Summary

The Quinte Children's Treatment Centre is seeking an OTA/PTA to work as part of our collaborative multidisciplinary team. Under the supervision of regulated occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff, the OTA/PTA carries out individual and group treatment plans, provides education to clients and caregivers, prepares resources, and communicates client progress. The successful candidate may work either in school environments or within the Centre.

Required

OT/PT Assistant diploma from a recognized College program. Minimum of one year of experience working directly with children and youth with special needs, in paid, student placement and/or volunteer capacity. Current CPR or BCLS certificate or willingness to obtain within three months of start date. Ability to take a child- and family-centered, strengths-based and solution-focused approach. Ability to support clients and families in a way that is culturally safe, responsive, and promotes equity, anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti- racism, including dismantling anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, paediatric rehabilitation principles and childhood development milestones. Knowledge of motor and cognitive development in the paediatric population including those with developmental or physical disabilities. Understanding of and ability to work within the scope of the role of OT/PT Assistant. Understanding of and commitment to a tiered service model of service delivery Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work as part of a team with professionals, other support staff and community agencies. Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask. Creativity in preparation of treatment sessions and materials. Ability to provide services to clients in one-on-one or group situations is considered an asset. Ability to work hours that accommodate client/family schedules. Valid driver's license and ability to travel across the service area.

Duties

Implementing or assisting in individual or group treatment sessions. Assisting with environmental/equipment set-up for client sessions. Preparing materials/activities for use in assessment or treatment sessions. Assisting in set-up and delivery of caregiver workshops, groups or other, as required. Receiving, cataloguing and storing therapy equipment and material. Ensuring the cleaning and repair of therapy equipment and materials as per health and safety and infection control protocols. Recording daily work statistics in accordance with established procedures. Regular communication with supervising OT/PT regarding client progress. Documenting client progress in the client health record. Observing strict confidentiality regarding all client information. Maintaining a positive working relationship with all staff. Participating in quality improvement activities, as required. Other duties, as assigned. Approval to work from home will be at management's discretion and may change over time.

Equal Opportunity

We thank all interested candidates for their response, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at 613-969-7400 x2577 or humanresources@quintehealth.ca for assistance.

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength


Required Occasionally - lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50, pushing/pulling average 10-15 pounds and max 30 pounds, patient assist approx. 100 pounds.


Mobility


Required Constantly - standing. Required Frequently - walking, bending/stooping. Required Occasionally - sitting, twisting/turning, bending, crouching/squatting, kneeling. Required Rarely - balancing, climbing, dexterity. Required Frequently - forward shoulder movements, gripping/grasping, pinching, neck, elbow, shoulder, wrist and back normal range of motion. Required Occasionally - fine finger movements, shoulder movements (up/down). * Required Rarely - foot action.