Physiotherapy Assistant — 17 hrs/wk, Aurora LTC

oxford learning centres; Aurora; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora, Ontario-based Long Term Care facility seeks a Physiotherapy Assistant to support the Physiotherapist in implementing treatment programs and advancing residents' goals.

Under supervision, the PTA will conduct group or one-on-one exercises, document progress, assist with transfers, and perform modalities such as ultrasound, TENS, or heat therapy as directed. A valid police check and TB test are required, and relocation is not offered.

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 reliable vehicle is an asset.
• We will NOT consider RELOCATION - Must be a resident of Aurora and/or Surrounding Area.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant graduate

Job description

Aurora, Ontario-based Long Term Care facility seeks a Physiotherapy Assistant to support the Physiotherapist in implementing treatment programs and advancing residents' goals.

Under supervision, the PTA will conduct group or one-on-one exercises, document progress, assist with transfers, and perform modalities such as ultrasound, TENS, or heat therapy as directed. A valid police check and TB test are required, and relocation is not offered.