Speech pathology assistant Jobs in Kentville, NS

AREA : Clinical Services

JOB TITLE : Physiotherapist – 1 Permanent Part-Time Position

SALARY SCALE : $36.2998-$45.3744 / hr

HOURS OF WORK : 7.50-22.50 Hours per week

SHIFT WORK : No

POSITION SCOPE :

Accountable to the Director of Clinical Services, the Physiotherapist is responsible for the provision of assessment, therapeutic interventions, preventative approaches, and education related to assisting referred clients at KRRC to maintain and / or regain optimal levels of movement, activity, and function. Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, and a member of a robust inter-disciplinary Clinical Services team, this position shares a full-time PTA / OTA with Occupational Therapy (3 FTEs) and Speech-Language Pathology (.4 FTE).

This position offers a unique and exciting opportunity to support clients who will be transitioning from facility-based living to smaller residences and the anticipated expansion of KRRC’s Community Options Program. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, but work hours and schedule are negotiable. Ideally, the individual will work at least one day per week (7.5 hours), but the position is funded for up to 45 hours per pay period (equal to 6 days).

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Assess referred clients and ensure the implementation of evidence-based approaches which lead to effective physiotherapy intervention.
• Complete ongoing reassessments with adjustment of treatment plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to achieve desired outcomes for clients.
• Provide consultation and education regarding client mobility methods and related equipment.
• Offer written and / or visual information that will assist with the provision of quality care.
• Attend Individual Program Plan (IPP), Team, and Committee meetings as appropriate.
• Maintain required client documentation and physiotherapy statistics, and prepare reports as needed.
• Regularly participate in professional development activities to stay up-to-date on new approaches in physiotherapy and other topics relevant to work at KRRC.
• Contribute to program development and evaluation to improve overall services for clients.
• Co-mentor / supervise a full-time PTA / OTA position shared with Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

KRRC values Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.