Physio Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

AgeCare Walden Heights in Calgary is seeking a part-time Physiotherapy Aide to assist with residents' rehabilitation needs. You will support therapists, monitor participation, and help with equipment and infection control while documenting records. A Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma and strong communication are required.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for seniors and collaboration with healthcare professionals in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education is an asset.
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma.
• Strong verbal and written communication for diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rehabilitation needs and support PT/OT.
• Monitor resident participation in therapy interventions.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies inventory.
• Provide and distribute equipment as needed.
• Support infection control and data recording.

Skills

Fluent English

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma

Job description

## Physio Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden HeightsApply: Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Part time: Posted Today: R26\\_07362About Us At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.The Opportunity:The Physiotherapy Aide will assist with the rehabilitation needs of our residents. This position assists in assessing, planning, implementation and ongoing delivery of therapy programs to encourage residents to function at their maximum potential of independence. The Physiotherapy Aide provides approved and directed therapy interventions to residents, clerical support to department, housekeeping duties with regards to equipment, and other tasks as required. What You Will Do:* Provides assistance for Healthcare Professionals (PT / OT).* Monitors resident ability to participate in therapy intervention.* Prepares and maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and assists with maintenance programs (individual or group) as directed by the Therapist.* Provides repairs or modifications to resident equipment as needed.* Maintains infection control practice of treatment area and equipment.* Provides and distributes equipment as needed.* Participates in information sharing and communication.* Collects records and manages data in computer program.What You Will Need:* Post-secondary education is an asset.* Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.* Completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma.* Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a diverse populationIf you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!