Physiotherapy Assistant — Part-Time Senior Care Thunder Bay

Arvan Rehab Group Inc.; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support residents in a Long Term Care setting in Thunder Bay. The role involves assisting with therapeutic exercises, documenting progress, and facilitating residents’ mobility. Ideal candidates will be graduates of a Physiotherapy Assistant program and possess strong multi-tasking and communication skills. A valid police check and health testing are required. This position demands living in Thunder Bay, as relocation is not considered.

Qualifications

• Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to communicate well with elderly residents and teammates.
• Experience in Long Term Care or Retirement home is an asset.
• Current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
• Valid 2-STEP TB Test and/or Chest X-ray required.
• Access to a reliable vehicle and valid driver’s licence is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting group exercises and one-on-one exercises.
• Encourage residents to reach their treatment goals.
• Document treatments and residents’ progress after each session.
• Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
• Monitor changes to a resident’s health status and report.
• Perform treatments such as applying ice pack or ultrasound therapy.

Skills

Excellent multi-tasking skills

Ability to communicate well with the elderly

Education

Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent

Job description

A healthcare provider in Ontario is seeking a Physiotherapy Assistant to support residents in a Long Term Care setting in Thunder Bay. The role involves assisting with therapeutic exercises, documenting progress, and facilitating residents’ mobility. Ideal candidates will be graduates of a Physiotherapy Assistant program and possess strong multi-tasking and communication skills. A valid police check and health testing are required. This position demands living in Thunder Bay, as relocation is not considered.