PTA-Physiotherapy Assistant

Lifemark Health Group; Walkerton; On-site; CAD 34,440 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Lifemark Health Group is seeking a Casual Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant in Walkerton, Ontario. The successful candidate will support the supervising physiotherapist with treatment plans and deliver exercise classes for residents.

Qualifications include a PTA/OTA diploma or a degree in Kinesiology, and experience in a long-term care setting is preferred. Lifemark is committed to inclusivity and provides accommodations upon request for recruitment processes.

Qualifications

• PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or related healthcare background.
• Previous experience within a long-term care setting is an asset.
• Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check within the last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising physiotherapist in treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic exercise classes for resident groups.
• Record daily treatments using a web-based system.

Skills

Experience in residential care

Gait training

Balance exercises

Therapeutic exercise delivery

Education

PTA/OTA diploma or Kinesiology degree

Job description

Location: Walkerton, ON

Status: Casual Part-Time

Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities
• Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities (i.e., heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS)
• Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents
• Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments
• Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy
• Maintain regular ongoing communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions
• Record daily treatments using a proprietary, web-based system

Qualifications

• PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or a similar healthcare background
• Previous experience within an LTC setting an asset
• A valid Vulnerable Sector screening check (within 6 months)
• Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at [e-mail]