PTA/Ota

ParaMed; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Training programs

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

ParaMed in Owen Sound, Ontario, is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant to support prescribed rehabilitation programs in community settings. You will work under a Physiotherapist, assisting with gait training, balance exercises, transfers, ROM, strengthening and modality application as needed.

The role requires PTA/OTA qualification, 1–2 years elderly-care experience, strong communication, VPS clearance, and current CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a PTA/OTA course from a recognized post-secondary program.
• 1–2 years PTA experience with elderly populations preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Current VPS (Vulnerable Position Screening) in Canada.
• CPR and First Aid current within 1 year in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare required equipment for client use and clean equipment following use.
• Carry out prescribed exercise programs and gait training.
• Assist the supervising Physiotherapist with treatment plan components (gait training, balance, transfer training, ROM, strengthening, modalities).
• Provide clear, timely communication to the supervising Physiotherapist and health care team.
• Maintain and document client activities, progress and treatment plans per ParaMed policies.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Compassion

Team collaboration

Education

PTA/OTA program

Job description

## PTA/OtaApply: ParaMed - Owen Sound, Ontario: Full time: Posted Today: R36806**Job Description**Working under the direction and supervision of a Physiotherapist, as a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will independently carry out prescribed rehabilitation therapy programs to assist clients to cope with their limitations in movement, daily functioning, and activity. Care will take place in community settings. **Why you’ll love working here:*** Best in class training and development programs* Celebration and Recognition programs* Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options* Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans* Company paid mobile devices* Mileage compensation* Employee perks and exclusive offers **What you’ll do:*** Set up and prepare required equipment for client use and clean equipment following use* Participate in program planning* Carry out exercise programs plus gait training ensuring clients perform the prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe manner.* Assist the supervising Physiotherapist by performing various components of the treatment plan including gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, plus application of modalities (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS) as prescribed by the Physiotherapist for clients within a Retirement or residential setting* Provide clear, timely communication to the supervising Physiotherapist and other appropriate Health Care team members regarding changes to or concerns of the client’s status, interventions or activities* Properly maintain and document regarding client activities, progress and treatment plans consistent with ParaMed’s policies. **What you bring:** * Graduate of a PTA/OTA course from a recognized post-secondary program* 1-2 years of PTA experience with elderly populations is preferred* Ability to effectively communicate both through oral and written mediums* Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)* Current CPR and First Aid (within 1 year) obtained within Canada* Demonstrate compassion, tact and diplomacy when interacting with residents/clients and their families.*We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.* ## **Time Type**Full time ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.