Physio Therapy Aide - Casual - AgeCare Shawnee

AgeCare Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

AgeCare Shawnee in Calgary is seeking a Physiotherapy Aide to support rehabilitation programs for residents. You will assist PT/OT, help assess and implement therapy plans, and maintain equipment and records while ensuring infection control and safety in a home-like long-term care setting.

The role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care for seniors, and clerical support to the department. Candidates should have diploma credentials and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 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 population.
• Post-secondary education is an asset.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Communication with diverse population

Education

Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma

Post-secondary education asset

Job description

Work Location & Employment Type

Work Location: AgeCare Shawnee Address: 50 Shawnee St SW Calgary, T2Y 15E Employment Type: Casual

About 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 population.

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us! Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:

• Trust: Act with integrity and fairness


• Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion


• Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service


• Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support