Geriatric Rehab PTA — Temporary Part-Time

Back In Motion; Goderich; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Paid vacation

Education allowance

Personal/Sick days

Job summary

Back In Motion is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant for a temporary part-time role in Ontario. You will support rehabilitation for Residents in a Long-Term Care Home under the supervising Physiotherapist, with hours determined per Home assignment.

The position offers a competitive compensation package and benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, vacation, education allowance, and personal/sick days.

Qualifications

• 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire.
• Vaccinations including influenza (or anti-viral meds), MMR, DTaP, varicella, TB test.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice with focus on functional outcomes.
• Strong communication and clinical reasoning; adaptable to changing schedules.
• Desirable experience with geriatric rehab in LTC settings; familiar with transfer/gait aids and equipment.
• Valid driver's license with access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Accept tasks from supervising Physiotherapist and communicate with the team forResident care quality.
• Follow care plans aligned to Resident/Family goals.
• Implement treatments to improve transfers, ambulation, strength, ROM, balance, and cardiorespiratory function.
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents.
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement with measurable outcomes and feedback.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Flexibility

Compassionate care

Mobility support

Education

OTA/PTA Diploma

Job description

Back In Motion is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant for a temporary part-time role in Ontario. You will support rehabilitation for Residents in a Long-Term Care Home under the supervising Physiotherapist, with hours determined per Home assignment.

The position offers a competitive compensation package and benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, vacation, education allowance, and personal/sick days.