Physiotherapy Assistant - Edmonton

CBI Home Health; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend premiums

Travel pay / mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive Benefit and Retirement

Employee discounts and perks

Paid orientation and training

Job summary

CBI Home Health is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support clients and collaborate with physiotherapists in Edmonton, Alberta. This role focuses on helping clients stay safe and independent at home and involves coordinating with therapists to manage caseloads.

The position requires a post-secondary diploma in Physiotherapy/OT/Rehabilitation Assistant or a Kinesiology degree, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Physiotherapy/OT/Rehabilitation Assistant or a Kinesiology degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of mobility aids and assistive equipment.
• Strong communication and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to be safe and independent in in-home care settings.
• Act as a liaison between the client and the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
• Assist with the Physiotherapist/OT caseloads and rehabilitative programs.
• Process and perform clerical audits for discharged patient charts.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Diploma in Physiotherapy Assistant or OT/Rehabilitation Assistant

Kinesiology degree

Job description

CBI Home Health - Edmonton
Edmonton, AB T6A 0L4, CAN

Description

Physiotherapy Assistant — Edmonton

CBI Home Health supports people at home and in the community. We are one of Canada's leading specialized community services, home and integrated care providers, operating in more than 800 communities across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the right care at the right time, helping people live safely, independently, and with dignity.Learn more at cbihomehealth.ca.

Because Your Care Matters.

CBI Home Health is looking to hire Physiotherapy Assistants in Edmonton, Alberta.

Vacancy Disclosure: This job posting is for a new vacancy.

Why CBI Home Health?

We're committed to making a difference in people's lives — and that starts with yours. You'll enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home. As you care for others, CBI Home Health will care for you by providing the equipment, training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

Our Total Rewards offerings include:

• Weekend premiums, travel pay and/or mileage reimbursement.
• Full-time, part-time, and casual opportunities, with flexible scheduling options.
• Reward and recognition programs, including earned-wage access through our partnership with ZayZoon.
• Comprehensive Benefit and Retirement packages.
• Employee discount and perk offerings with various partnerships, including Perkopolis, Telus, Rogers, Goodlife, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid orientation, training and development with opportunities to grow your career.

What you will do:

• As a caring, responsible health care team member, you will support clients to be as safe and independent in-home care settings, as possible, helping them to live their best lives.
• You will act as a liaison between the client and the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, in addition to assisting with the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist's caseloads.
• You will be supporting clients with their rehabilitative programs, as well as processing and performing clerical audits for discharged patient charts.

What you will need to be successful:

• You possess a post-secondary diploma as a Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation Assistant or Kinesiology degree is preferred.
• You have a general knowledge of mobility aids and assistive equipment.
• Your focus is to embrace and support person and family-centered care.
• You are passionate, empathetic, use good judgement and apply critical thinking when making decisions.
• You are known for your excellent communication skills and ability to work in collaboration within an interdisciplinary team as well as work independently.
• You value the role a therapist plays in keeping clients at home when that is of personal importance.
• A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months.
• Proof of a negative TB test.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification Reliable vehicle and valid drivers license.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with ability to communicate in other languages an asset.
• Ability to safely lift up to 35 lbs. (16 kg).

Recruitment Technology Disclosure: We use technology and automation to support administrative aspects of our recruitment process. Artificial Intelligence is not used to evaluate, rank, or select candidates. All hiring decisions are made by people.

CBI Home Health is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process in accordance with applicable legislation. Please advise your recruiter if you require an accommodation.