Physiotherapy Assistant

Arvan Rehab Group Inc.; L'Orignal; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for temporary coverage in L'Orignal, Ontario. This role involves assisting with resident exercises, documenting progress, and ensuring residents achieve treatment goals under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. Applicants should be PTA graduates and possess strong communication skills, particularly with the elderly.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physiotherapy Assistant program or equivalent.
• Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to perform under pressure.
• Experience in Long Term Care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with group and individual exercises as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Document treatments and monitor residents' health status.
• Perform treatments like applying ice packs or ultrasound therapy.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication with elderly

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent

Job description

We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client in L'Original, Ontario. Working under the direct or indirect supervision of the Physiotherapist, our assistants will work in close contact with residents to help them implement treatment programs and achieve the goals set out for them.

Schedule:

• 25 hours per week (TEMPORARY COVERAGE: February 3 - 25 2025)

Job Duties:

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and/or lead one-on-one exercises with the assigned resident as directed by the Physiotherapist.
• Encourage residents to reach the goals of their planned treatment programs if appropriate.
• Document treatments and residents' progress after each therapy session per the Physiotherapist’s instructions.
• Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
• Monitor any changes to a resident’s health status and report to the Physiotherapist or supervisor.
• Perform treatments such as applying an ice pack or hot pack, ultrasound therapy, TENS (electrotherapy), hot wax, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to communicate well with the elderly, supervisors, and teammates.
• Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home would be a definite asset.
• Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid 2 STEP TB Test and/or Chest X-Ray is required
• Access to a reliable vehicle with Valid Drivers License is required (This position is NOT ACCESIBLE BY BUS)
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - as this is a TEMPORARY POSITION - Must be a resident of L'Original Area.