Physiotherapist Assistant

Back In Motion; Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health

Dental

Paid vacation

Education allowance

Job summary

Back In Motion is seeking a Physiotherapist Assistant to support rehabilitation in a Long-Term Care Home in Ontario. You will implement the supervisor's treatment plan to progress Residents' functional independence and participate in onboarding and mentorship programs.

Hours determined with each Home, and compensation is competitive with benefits. Temporary full-time position until September 2027 with competitive hourly pay and benefits including extended health, dental, paid vacation, and

Qualifications

• 2-year OTA/PTA diploma or equivalent.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check required on hire.
• Vaccinations including influenza, MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB skin test.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardio-respiratory rehab.
• Strong communication and clinical reasoning; adaptable.
• Caring, compassionate care for Residents and Families.
• Geriatric rehab in LTC setting; familiarity with transfer aids and equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with vehicle access.

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 transfers, ambulation, strength, ROM, 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.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reasoning

Flexibility

Compassionate care

Resident-focused

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

OTA/PTA diploma

Job description

Temporary Full-time until September 2027

REMUNERATION:

$20 - $22

SUMMARY

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.