Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant - DePaul Hall

Shannex Incorporated; Bedford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental

Insurance coverage

Virtual healthcare

RRSP/Pension plan

Paid vacation

Free onsite parking

WorkPerks discounts

Continuing education

Innovation initiatives

Recognition programs

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated in Bedford, Nova Scotia is opening DePaul Hall Enhanced Care and seeking a full-time Occupational/Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team. You will prepare and administer physical therapy for residents, collaborate with OT/PT and the Wellness Team, and help develop individualized care plans in a long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and ongoing professional development within a supportive, growing organization that values compassionate care

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Physiotherapy from an approved college or a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy.
• Administer therapeutic interventions as developed by PT/OT, including ROM and stretching.
• Collaborate with residents, families, OT, PT and the Wellness Team to develop an Individualized Service Plan.
• Prepare and administer treatments using standard methods per PT/OT directions.
• Document according to policy, including care records and progress notes.
• Maintain equipment inventory and assist with audits and inspections.
• Assist residents with ambulation under the direction of the Physiotherapist.
• Ensure safety and report conditions affecting treatment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Physiotherapy education (approved college)

Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology

Job description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

In anticipation of opening in October 2026, we are searching for a full‑time Occupational/Physical Therapy Assistant to join our new DePaul Hall Enhanced Care team based in Bedford, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program (eligible immediately upon hire for staff with a 0.40 FTE and higher)
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About The Opportunity

• Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy
• Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the PT and OT, such as range of motion, progressive resistive and stretching, ADLs
• Collaborates with the resident, their family, Occupational Therapist (OT), Physiotherapist (PT), and the other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of an Individualized Service Plan.
• Prepares and administers treatments using standard therapeutic methods and techniques assigned by the PT and OT.
• Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs
• Communicates appropriately and effectively, through verbal, nonverbal, written and electronic means, with the residents, Substitute Decision Makers, OT, PT, other members of the Wellness Team and interdisciplinary team.
• Cleans and sterilizes area and equipment as required; monitors and maintains general housekeeping of the department.
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits and inspections.
• Assists residents in ambulation, with or without an ambulatory aid, under the direction of the Physiotherapist
• Documents according to policy and procedures such as Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA and Critical Incidents
• Observes and monitors residents’ response during treatment and responds accordingly to ensure safety; note conditions and progress for reporting to PT/OT
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits, cleaning and inspections
• Additional duties as assigned

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A post-secondary education in Physiotherapy from an approved college or you have a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology
• U-First training and/or a Dementia Care Course would be considered an asset
• Previous experience working in a long-term care environment would also be considered an asset
• Knowledge of basic resident care practices and principles
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care