Physiotherapy Assistant | Etobicoke, ON

Back in Motion Rehab Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A rehabilitation service provider in Ontario is seeking a Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant to support rehabilitation services in a Long-Term Care Home. The role includes implementing treatment plans, conducting group exercises, and maintaining equipment. Applicants should have a 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA program and demonstrate superior clinical reasoning and communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and mentorship.

Benefits

Extended health and dental package

Paid vacation

Education allowance

Personal/sick days

Qualifications

• Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire.
• Up-to-date on required vaccinations.
• Caring and compassionate interactions with Residents and Families.

Responsibilities

• Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist.
• Implement treatment to achieve Resident/Family goals.
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning skills

Experience in rehabilitation for geriatric population

Knowledge in musculoskeletal practice

Knowledge in neurological practice

Knowledge in cardiorespiratory practice

Education

2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE: Physiotherapy Assistant

PROGRAM: Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services

LOCATION: Long-Term Care Home in Etobicoke Area

STATUS: Part Time Temporary | November 1, 2025 to December 15, 2025

REMUNERATION: $20 - $22

Summary

We require a skilled Physiotherapy Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in a Long-Term Care Home, as per the assigned tasks of the Physiotherapist. We will work with you to determine exact hours in each Home. You will carry out the treatment plan set by the supervising Physiotherapist to progress Residents\' functional independence. You can look forward to our competitive compensation and benefits package, which reflects how we value your background, experience, education, and commitment to clinical excellence. For eligible employees, we offer extended health and dental package, paid vacation, education allowance, and personal/sick days. You will participate in a structured onboarding and training program, with ongoing mentorship and support from a senior clinician.

Responsibilities

• Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist; participate in regular communication to ensure high quality Resident care
• Follow Resident- and Family-centered Care Plans, as per assigned tasks
• Implement treatment to achieve Resident/Family goals in the areas of transfers, ambulation, strength, range of motion, balance, and cardiorespiratory function
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment
• Participate in continuous quality improvement program, including measurable outcomes, satisfaction feedback, and quality improvement planning

Qualifications

• 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program or equivalent
• Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire
• Up-to-date on required vaccinations, including influenza vaccine (or commitment to take anti-viral medications), MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB skin test
• Knowledge/experience in evidence-based musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice, with a strong emphasis on improving functional outcomes
• Superior communication and clinical reasoning skills; flexible and adaptable to changing demands and schedules
• Caring and compassionate in all interactions with Residents and Families
• Desirable skills and experience include previous delivery of rehabilitation for the geriatric population in an integrated care setting, preferably in a Long-Term Care Home. Familiarity with equipment, including transfer and gait aids, wheelchairs, pain management modalities, and strengthening/range of motion/balance equipment is an asset.

We thank all applicants however only those who are eligible to work in Canada with the above qualifications will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a Vulnerable Sector Search in the past six (6) months.