Physio Therapy Aide Regular Part Time (WH PTA1 0.67) AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Calgary seeks a Physiotherapy Aide to support residents with their rehabilitation needs. The role includes assisting healthcare professionals, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe treatment environment. Candidates should have a relevant certificate and experience in therapy. Join to make an impact in the lives of seniors with dignity and compassion.

Qualifications

• Experience working in physiotherapy or occupational therapy is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Healthcare Professionals (PT/OT) with therapy.
• Monitor resident participation in therapy.
• Maintain equipment inventory and supplies.
• Ensure infection control in treatment area.
• Manage data using computer programs.

Skills

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Completion of related certificate program

Job description

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

• Completion of related certificate program from a recognized institution
• Experience working in physiotherapy or occupation therapy
• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Consistently demonstrates AgeCare’s values of Trust, Respect, Quality and Teamwork
• Has ability to multi-task and remains flexible within a demanding environment

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!