Occupational Therapy AssistantPhysiotherapy Assistant

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Harbourstone Enhanced Careteam based in Sydney Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $19.49- $24.31
• Comprehensive health vision and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life travel and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• NSHEPP pension plan
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy
• Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the PT and OT such as range of motion progressive resistive and stretching ADLs
• Collaborates with the resident their family Occupational Therapist (OT) Physiotherapist (PT) and the other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of an Individualized Service Plan.
• Prepares and administers treatments using standard therapeutic methods and techniques assigned by the PT and OT.
• Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs
• Communicates appropriately and effectively through verbal nonverbal written and electronic means with the residents Substitute Decision Makers OT PT other members of the Wellness Team and interdisciplinary team.
• Cleans and sterilizes area and equipment as required; monitors and maintains general housekeeping of the department.
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits and inspections.
• Assists residents in ambulation with or without an ambulatory aid under the direction of the Physiotherapist
• Documents according to policy and procedures such as Daily Resident Care Record resident progress notes incident reporting PPCA and Critical Incidents
• Observes and monitors residents response during treatment and responds accordingly to ensure safety; note conditions and progress for reporting to PT/OT
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits cleaning and inspections
• Additional duties as assigned

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

• A post-secondary education in Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy from an approved college or you have a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire
• U-First training or a Dementia Care Course would be considered an asset
• Previous experience working in a long-term care environment would also be considered an asset
• Knowledge of basic resident care practices and principles
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988 Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.