Physiotherapy Assistant

Lifemark; Brockville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A senior wellness organization in Brockville, ON, is seeking a Casual Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant. The successful candidate will assist physiotherapists with treatment plans for residents in long-term care, including delivering safe exercise classes and maintaining communication regarding resident care. Qualifications include a PTA/OTA diploma or degree in Kinesiology, First Aid & CPR certification, and recent Vulnerable Sector screening. Join a dedicated team focused on improving seniors' wellness and movement in their lives.

Qualifications

• Assist the physiotherapist in treatment plans for residents.
• Perform prescribed treatments like gait training and exercises.
• Deliver safe exercise classes for groups of residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean equipment after treatments.
• Maintain regular communication with the physiotherapist.
• Record treatments using the proprietary web-based system.

Skills

PTA/OTA diploma or degree in Kinesiology

Previous experience in LTC setting

Standard First Aid & CPR Certification

Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check

Tuberculin clearance

Education

PTA/OTA diploma

Degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Overview

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is looking for a Casual Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant to join our growing team!

Location

Brockville, ON

In this role you will:

• Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities
• Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS)
• Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents
• Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments
• Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy
• Maintain regular ongoing communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions
• Record daily treatments using Seniors Wellness' proprietary, web-based system

Qualifications:

• PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or a similar healthcare background
• Previous experience within an LTC setting an asset.
• Standard First Aid & CPR Certification
• A valid Vulnerable Sector screening check (within 6 months)
• Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance

About Lifemark Seniors Wellness

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, 55 retirement communities and provide over 180 senior dwellings with physiotherapy, occupational therapy and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. For our staff, the Lifemark difference is based on 4 pillars: We foster innovative thinking; assist with career development; we support personal health and wellness; and devote to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in.

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Visit www.lifemark.ca for more information.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca

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