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oxford learning centres; Aurora; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora, Ontario-based Long Term Care facility seeks a Physiotherapy Assistant to support the Physiotherapist in implementing treatment programs and advancing residents' goals.

Under supervision, the PTA will conduct group or one-on-one exercises, document progress, assist with transfers, and perform modalities such as ultrasound, TENS, or heat therapy as directed. A valid police check and TB test are required, and relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to communicate well with the elderly, supervisors, and teammates.
• Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home would be a definite asset.
• Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid 2 STEP TB Test and/or Chest X-Ray is required.
• Access to reliable vehicle is an asset.
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - Must be a resident of Aurora and/or Surrounding Area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and/or lead one-on-one exercises with the assigned resident as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Encourage residents to reach the goals of their planned treatment programs if appropriate.
• Document treatments and residents' progress after each therapy session per the Physiotherapist’s instructions.
• Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
• Monitor any changes to a resident’s health status and report to the Physiotherapist or supervisor.
• Perform treatments such as applying an ice pack or hot pack, ultrasound therapy, TENS (electrotherapy), hot wax, etc.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant graduate

Job description

CA$45,000.00–CA$50,000.00 yearly

Full-time

We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client in Aurora, Ontario. Working under the direct or indirect supervision of the Physiotherapist, our assistants will work in close contact with residents to help them implement treatment programs and achieve the goals set out for them.

Schedule:

• 17hrs/week.

Job Duties:

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and/or lead one-on-one exercises with the assigned resident as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Encourage residents to reach the goals of their planned treatment programs if appropriate.
• Document treatments and residents' progress after each therapy session per the Physiotherapist’s instructions.
• Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
• Monitor any changes to a resident’s health status and report to the Physiotherapist or supervisor.
• Perform treatments such as applying an ice pack or hot pack, ultrasound therapy, TENS (electrotherapy), hot wax, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to communicate well with the elderly, supervisors, and teammates.
• Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home would be a definite asset.
• Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid 2 STEP TB Test and/or Chest X-Ray is required.
• Access to reliable vehicle is an asset.
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - Must be a resident of Aurora and/or Surrounding Area.