Physiotherapy Assistant

Arvan Rehab Group Inc.; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

A rehabilitation services provider in Thunder Bay is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents in a Long Term Care setting. The PTA will work under the direction of a Physiotherapist to deliver treatment programs, assist residents with daily activities, and document their progress. Applicants must be graduates from a recognized program and possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills. Experience in Long Term Care is preferred. Relocation is not accepted for this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Physiotherapy Assistant program.
• Ability to communicate effectively with elderly residents.
• Experience in Long Term Care facilities is preferred.
• Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home would be a definite asset.
• A current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid TB Test and Chest X-Ray are required.
• Relocation is not accepted (Thunder Bay residents only).

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents.
• Document treatments and progress after each session.
• Monitor changes to residents’ health status.

Skills

Multi-tasking skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client in Thunder Bay, 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

• 9 HOURS PER WEEK

Job Duties

• Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and lead one-on-one activities 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.
• A current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid TB Test and Chest X-Ray are required.
• We are ONLY considering residents of THUNDER BAY/ Relocation is not accepted

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