Physiotherapy Assistant - Surrey

CBI Home Health; Surrey; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Employee discount

Earned-wage access (ZayZoon)

Orientation and training

Job summary

CBI Home Health in Surrey, BC, is hiring a Physiotherapy Assistant to support clients at home, helping them stay safe and independent with rehabilitative programs. You will act as a liaison between clients and the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist, and assist with caseloads while maintaining clerical duties for charts.

The successful candidate has a post-secondary diploma in Physiotherapy/OT/Rehab assisting or a Kinesiology degree, strong English communication, and a clear background

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation Assistant or Kinesiology degree preferred.
• Knowledge of mobility aids and assistive equipment.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team as well as independently.
• Commitment to person- and family-centered care.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months.
• Proof of a negative TB test.
• Valid First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Strong verbal and written English; other languages an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs (16 kg).

Responsibilities

• Support clients to be safe and independent in home care settings.
• Liaise between client and the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist and assist with caseloads.
• Support rehabilitative programs and process clerical audits for discharged patient charts.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Empathy

Lift up to 35 lbs

Verbal and written English

Education

Physiotherapy/OT/Rehab Assistant diploma

Kinesiology degree

Job description

CBI Home Health - Surrey
Surrey, BC V3R, CAN

Description

Physiotherapy Assistant – Surrey

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 a Physiotherapy Assistant in Surrey, British Columbia.

Hourly Rate Range: The hourly rate range for this position is $20.00-$22.00 per hour.

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
• 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.