Physiotherapist Assistant

Back In Motion; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation

Education allowance

Personal/sick days

Professional mentorship

Job summary

Back In Motion is seeking a Physiotherapist Assistant to support rehabilitation services in a Long-Term Care Home. You will implement the plan from the supervising Physiotherapist to progress Residents' functional independence, working with a structured onboarding and mentorship program.

The role emphasizes geriatric rehabilitation, equipment familiarity, and strong communication within a collaborative clinical team. A valid driver's license and VSC clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA program or equivalent.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check required upon hire.
• Vaccinations up-to-date including influenza, MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB test.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory care with emphasis on outcomes.
• Strong communication and clinical reasoning; flexible to schedules.
• Geriatric rehab experience in integrated care is a plus; equipment familiarity is beneficial.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Accept tasks from supervising Physiotherapist and communicate with the team.
• Follow care plans designed for Residents and Families.
• Implement treatments to improve transfers, ambulation, strength, ROM, balance, and cardio-respiratory function.
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents.
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement programs and collect outcomes.

Skills

Diploma OTA/PTA

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Geriatric rehab

Driver's license

Education

OTA/PTA diploma

Job description

We require a skilled Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in a Long-Term Care Home, as per the assigned tasks of the Physiotherapist. We will work with you to determine exact hours in each Home. You will carry out the treatment plan set by the supervising Physiotherapist to progress Residents' functional independence. You can look forward to our competitive compensation and benefits package, which reflects how we value your background, experience, education, and commitment to clinical excellence. For eligible employees, we offer extended health and dental package, paid vacation, education allowance, and personal/sick days. You will participate in a structured onboarding and training program, with ongoing mentorship and support from a senior clinician.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist; participate in regular communication to ensure high quality Resident care
• Follow Resident- and Family-centered Care Plans, as per assigned tasks
• Implement treatment to achieve Resident/Family goals in the areas of transfers, ambulation, strength, range of motion, balance, and cardiorespiratory function
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment
• Participate in continuous quality improvement program, including measurable outcomes, satisfaction feedback, and quality improvement planning

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program or equivalent
• Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire
• Up-to-date on required vaccinations, including influenza vaccine (or commitment to take anti-viral medications), MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB skin test
• Knowledge/experience in evidence-based musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice, with a strong emphasis on improving functional outcomes
• Superior communication and clinical reasoning skills; flexible and adaptable to changing demands and schedules
• Caring and compassionate in all interactions with Residents and Families
• Desirable skills and experience include previous delivery of rehabilitation for the geriatric population in an integrated care setting, preferably in a Long-Term Care Home. Familiarity with equipment, including transfer and gait aids, wheelchairs, pain management modalities, and strengthening/range of motion/balance equipment is an asset.
• Must hold a valid driver's license with access to a vehicle

We thank all applicants however only those who are eligible to work in Canada with the above qualifications will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a Vulnerable Sector Search in the past six (6) months.