Physiotherapy Assistant

Union: Non Union

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Site: Krembil Discovery Tower (Toronto Western Hospital)

Department: Altum Health

Reports to: Site Manager

Salary Range: $27.56 - $34.45 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Monday to Friday

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: October 19, 2026
Position Summary:
Altum Health is currently seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Krembil Discovery Tower (Toronto Western Hospital) team! 
Position Summary

As an integral member of Altum Health’s clinical team, the Physiotherapy Assistant is responsible for providing support to the clinicians and clinical services/facilities, under the assignment and delegation of the regulated health care professionals.
Duties
Ensuring all clinical areas are safe, clean, maintained and stocked with appropriate supplies at all times 
Supervising clients during their treatment activities under therapist supervision and ensuring clients perform prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe manner 
Maintaining communication with supervising therapist regarding patient progress 
Using modalities as prescribed by the physiotherapist/occupational therapist.
Providing administrative support as required which may include: 
Maintaining accurate and timely data regarding tracking of clinical visits, maintaining therapist schedules, facilitating supply and small equipment purchases, performing data entry to capture clinical visits and activities, and other support activities 
Performing cross-functional and/or other administrative duties as needed which will ensure that the program functions efficiently daily 

Completion of a recognized post-secondary Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant certificate program 
At least one (1) year of relevant experience 
Ability to solve problems and seek guidance of supervising staff when appropriate 
Ability to communicate and deal effectively with difficult conversations and situations 
Knowledge of the equipment and materials used in the provision of PT/OT treatments 
Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team 
Ability to function in a stressful environment while maintaining professional demeanor 
Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
Excellent telephone, data entry/computer systems skills and word processing skills – including proficiency in Microsoft Office Environment (word, excel, outlook) 
Possesses appropriate and effective written, oral and non-verbal communication with patients, families, colleagues, and insurance carriers (i.e. WSIB and MVA case managers) 
Excellent time management and organizational skills 

Why join UHN? (box) 
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN. 
Competitive offer packages
Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service 
A flexible work environment
Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization 
Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.) 

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.