Physiotherapy Assistant

Arvan Rehab Group Inc.; London; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London, Ontario is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support residents in their rehabilitation efforts. The role involves conducting exercises, documenting progress, and ensuring residents meet their treatment goals. Applicants must be a graduate of a Physiotherapy Assistant program and possess strong communication skills with the elderly. Candidates must reside in London or the surrounding area and have experience in Long Term Care settings. No relocation assistance will be provided, and only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home is required.
• Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid 2 STEP TB Test and/or Chest X-ray is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents.
• Encourage residents to reach their planned treatment goals.
• Document treatments and residents' progress after each session.
• Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
• Monitor changes to a resident’s health status and report.
• Perform treatments like applying ice or hot packs.

Skills

Multi-tasking skills

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 London, 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

• 30 hours per week.

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 is required.
• 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 and valid drivers license is an asset.
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - Must be a resident of London and/or the Surrounding Area.

While we appreciate all applications, only Qualified applicants will be contacted. Please No Phone Calls.