Physiotherapist Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION TITLE :

Physiotherapy Assistant

PROGRAM :

Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services

LOCATION :

Long-Term Care Home in Regency (Port Hope)

STATUS

Part Time Permanent | 20 hours per week

REMUNERATION : $20 - $22

SUMMARY

We require a skilled Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in a Long-Term Care Home, as per the assigned tasks of the Physiotherapist. We will work with you to determine exact hours in each Home. You will carry out the treatment plan set by the supervising Physiotherapist to progress Residents' functional independence. You can look forward to our competitive compensation and benefits package, which reflects how we value your background, experience, education, and commitment to clinical excellence. For eligible employees, we offer extended health and dental package, paid vacation, education allowance, and personal / sick days. You will participate in a structured onboarding and training program, with ongoing mentorship and support from a senior clinician.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist; participate in regular communication to ensure high quality Resident care
• Follow Resident- and Family-centered Care Plans, as per assigned tasks
• Implement treatment to achieve Resident / Family goals in the areas of transfers, ambulation, strength, range of motion, balance, and cardiorespiratory function
• Conduct group exercise classes for Residents
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment
• Participate in continuous quality improvement program, including measurable outcomes, satisfaction feedback, and quality improvement planning

QUALIFICATIONS

We thank all applicants however only those who are eligible to work in Canada with the above qualifications will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a Vulnerable Sector Search in the past six (6) months.