Physio Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AgeCare in Calgary, AB seeks a Physiotherapy Aide to support rehabilitation services for residents. You will assist PT/OT, help monitor participation, and maintain equipment and inventory in a clean, infection-controlled environment.

You will also perform clerical tasks, support data collection, and help ensure patients receive compassionate, dignity-based care from a dedicated team. Fluency in English and a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma are preferred, with strong communication skills valued.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education is an asset.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a diverse population.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare professionals (PT/OT) with rehabilitation needs.
• Monitor resident ability to participate in therapy interventions.
• Prepare and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies; assist with maintenance programs.
• Provide repairs or modifications to resident equipment as needed.
• Maintain infection control practices in treatment area and equipment.
• Distribute equipment as needed and participate in information sharing.
• Collect records and manage data in computer systems.

Skills

English fluency

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma

Post-secondary education

Job description

About UsAt 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!