Physiotherapy Assistant

Arvan Rehab Group Inc.; South Glengarry; On-site; CAD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

A long term care facility in Lancaster, Ontario, is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) to support residents in implementing their treatment programs under the supervision of a Physiotherapist. The role involves assisting with group and individual exercises, documenting progress, and ensuring resident health and safety. Candidates must be graduates of a Physiotherapy Assistant program with strong communication and multi-tasking skills, and a valid driver’s license is required as this position cannot be accessed by public transport.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physiotherapy Assistant program or equivalent is mandatory.
• Must have excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Communicate effectively with elderly residents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting group and one-on-one exercises under the Physiotherapist's direction.
• Encourage residents to achieve their treatment goals.
• Document treatments and resident progress after each session.
• Support residents during walking, sitting, and transferring.
• Report any changes in residents' health to the Physiotherapist.
• Perform treatments like applying ice or hot packs as instructed.

Skills

Multi-tasking skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Graduate of Physiotherapy Assistant program or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client in Lancaster, 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: March 3-14 2025) -will become PERMANENT in May 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 ACCESSIBLE BY BUS)
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - Must be a resident of Lancaster Area.