Physiotherapy Assistant in Toronto

Work setting

• Office of health care professional

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and/or occupational therapists, to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities
• Follow through on treatment programs with patients
• Help physical therapists
• Position patients for treatments by chiropractor or machine
• Set up and dismantle equipment
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and instrumentation for re-use according to standardized safety practices
• Process claims such as health insurance or workers compensation
• Maintain supplies
• Connect treatment machines to patients, as directed by chiropractor
• Maintain inventory of equipment
• Perform general clerical duties
• Process files and paperwork
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Manage routine office functions including reception, telephone and booking appointments
• Teach and/or supervise exercises to patients
• Order supplies and equipment
• Organize and maintain inventory

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Area of specialization

• Physiotherapy

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Accurate