Therapy Assistant - Cortellucci Hospital

Therapy Assistant - Cortellucci Hospital

SE Health is hiring Therapy Assistants to work at Mackenzie Health Hospital, supporting therapists in providing services to patients. The role requires a team-oriented candidate who may be available for early evening hours as needed.

Part‑time contract ending September 2026. Alternating 3 shifts one week & 2 shifts another week at the Surge unit. The Therapy Assistant will practice under the guidance of a registered occupational therapist or physiotherapist.

• Assist the supervising physiotherapist and occupational therapist in performing various components of treatment plans for patients in the hospital setting.
• Execute treatments as prescribed, including gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, ADL retraining, and modalities such as heat, ice, TENS.
• Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutic exercise classes for 1:1 interventions or patient groups.
• Set up equipment, prepare for sessions, and clean up after treatments.
• Maintain safety and tidiness of the therapy gym and treatment areas.
• Communicate regularly with supervising clinicians regarding patient status or treatment changes.

• Completed OTA/PTA Diploma.
• Minimum one year of inpatient experience (preferred).
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment, gait aids and wheelchairs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic, fast‑paced team.
• Proficient body mechanics for bending, reaching, lifting, transferring.
• BLS certification.
• Criminal background check, vulnerable sector check, current immunization record.

• Competitive total rewards: comprehensive benefits, pension, on‑demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing, and exclusive staff perks.
• Career growth: education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship, opportunities for new career paths or leadership positions.
• Innovation and research: support for senior health and aging research as a social enterprise.
• Flexible life management support and patient‑centered care.

Pay range: $24.80–$27.00 per hour, based on experience.

SE Health is a not‑for‑profit social enterprise advancing health with empathy, dignity, and purpose. With over 115 years of impact, we offer competitive compensation, strong benefits and real growth opportunities.

All SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14 days after the final dose).

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