Physiotherapist Assistant | LTC | Stratford, ON

Back in Motion Rehab; Stratford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A rehabilitation services provider in Stratford, Ontario is seeking a full-time Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to residents. This role will involve carrying out treatment plans under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. Ideal candidates will possess a 2-year diploma and a compassionate approach to resident care. The position offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Extended health and dental package

Paid vacation

Education allowance

Personal/sick days

Qualifications

• Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire.
• Up-to-date on required vaccinations.
• Knowledge in musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice.

Responsibilities

• Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist.
• Implement treatment to achieve Resident/Family goals.
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents.
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Flexible and adaptable

Caring and compassionate

Education

2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Physiotherapist Assistant (Full-time Permanent)

PROGRAM: Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services

LOCATION: Long-Term Care Home in Stratford, Ontario
WORK SCHEDULE:

• Monday 8:30am - 5:00 pm
• Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
• Saturday OFF
• Sunday OFF

REMUNERATION: Competitive

SUMMARY

We require a skilled Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in a Long-Term Care Home in Stratford, Ontario, 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 3 doses of COVID-19, 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.

We thank all applicants however only those who are eligible to work in Canada with the above qualifications will be considered.