Physiotherapy Assistant -Hastings Manor ,Belleville

pt Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rehabilitation is seeking a Physiotherapist Assistant to support treatment plans for seniors in residential care. The role involves assisting with exercises, maintaining communication with physiotherapists, and ensuring a safe environment for residents. Join a dedicated team focused on improving the lives of seniors through innovative therapy solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care (LTC) setting is an asset.
• Standard First Aid & CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapist in treatment plans for residents.
• Deliver safe exercise classes for groups.
• Record daily treatments using web-based system.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

PTA / OTA diploma

degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Lifemark Seniors Wellness has an exciting opportunity for a Physiotherapist Assistant to join our growing team!

In this role you will:

1. Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities.
2. Perform treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising physiotherapist, including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, and application of modalities (heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS).
3. Deliver dynamic, safe, and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents.
4. Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments.
5. Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy.
6. Maintain regular communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions.
7. Record daily treatments using Seniors Wellness' proprietary, web-based system.

Qualifications:

1. PTA / OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology, or a similar healthcare background.
2. Previous experience within an LTC setting is an asset.
3. Standard First Aid & CPR Certification.

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation-focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, 55 retirement communities, and provide physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic group exercise programming to over 180 senior dwellings. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. Our pillars include fostering innovative thinking, supporting career development, promoting personal health and wellness, and making a positive impact in our communities.

Apply today! Visit our website for more information.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants, including those identifying as Indigenous peoples, newcomers to Canada, women, and visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available upon request for all candidates participating in any part of the recruitment process. Please email us at talent at [domain].