About the role

  • Physiotherapy Assistant carrying out rehabilitation therapy programs under Physiotherapist supervision. Working with clients in community settings to improve mobility and daily functioning.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and prepare required equipment for client use and clean equipment following use
  • Participate in program planning
  • Carry out exercise programs plus gait training ensuring clients perform the prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe manner
  • Assist the supervising Physiotherapist by performing various components of the treatment plan including gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, plus application of modalities ( i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS) as prescribed by the Physiotherapist for clients within a Retirement or residential setting
  • Provide clear, timely communication to the supervising Physiotherapist and other appropriate Health Care team members regarding changes to or concerns of the client’s status, interventions or activities
  • Properly maintain and document regarding client activities, progress and treatment plans consistent with ParaMed’s policies

Requirements

  • Graduate of a PTA/OTA course from a recognized post-secondary program
  • 1-2 years of PTA experience with elderly populations is preferred
  • Ability to effectively communicate both through oral and written mediums
  • Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)
  • Current CPR and First Aid (within 1 year) obtained within Canada
  • Demonstrate compassion, tact and diplomacy when interacting with residents/clients and their families

Benefits

  • Best in class training and development programs
  • Celebration and Recognition programs
  • Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans
  • Company paid mobile devices
  • Mileage compensation
  • Employee perks and exclusive offers

Job title

Physiotherapist Assistant

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Associate's Degree

Location requirements

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