Therapy Assistant - Extendicare Eaux Claires, Edmonton AB

Extendicare; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a full-time Therapy Assistant to oversee therapy programs under the Occupational Therapist's direction. The ideal candidate will manage records and engage in resident interactions. Candidates should have a recognized diploma in Therapy Assistant and relevant experience in long-term care settings. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a long term care setting is preferred.
• Experience in assessing therapeutic needs, development, implementation, and evaluation of therapeutic programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee therapy programs and OT Aides.
• Maintain department statistics, records, and document resident charts.
• Assist the therapist with AADL orders, equipment trials, and resident treatments.

Skills

Communication in English

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Education

Recognized diploma in Therapy Assistant

Job description

Qualifications

Recognized diploma in Therapy Assistant (OT and / or PT)

Job Description

Therapy Assistant

Technical Competencies

• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Experience

• One year experience preferably in a long term care setting.
• Experience in assessing therapeutic needs, development, implementation and evaluation of therapeutic programs.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, the OT Assistant will oversee the therapy programs and OT Aides. The Assistant will maintain department statistics, records and document on resident charts as assigned. The Assistant will assist the therapist as directed with AADL orders, equipment trials, and resident treatments. See job routine for more detailed description.

Key Accountabilities

• Resident programming : Individual programs, Group programs, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Documentation
• Public Relations : Communication with families, residents, stakeholders
• Customer Service : Facilitate resident, family and volunteer interaction; Resident advocacy
• Quality Improvement : Obtain feedback from customer and implement improvement strategies; Recommend program ideas, improvements, changes
• Occupational Health and Safety Accountabilities : Carry out all assigned duties in compliance with applicable Occupational Health and Safety legislation and Company policy; Follow safe work practices; Participate in required training; Use appropriate equipment and wear PPE; Report hazards
• Privacy Accountabilities : Respect and preserve the privacy, confidentiality and security of health care and employee information; adhere to related policies
• Resident / Family Safety Accountabilities : Carry out duties in compliance with legislation, standards and policy; Refrain from conduct that puts residents and family members at risk

Time Type

Full time

Additional Information

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare. Extendicare and affiliated organizations accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care