Job Number : J- Job Title : Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physical Therapy Assistant Job Category : Allied Health Professionals (Dietitian, PT, OT, Social Work) Job Type : Permanent Full Time Work Location : West Bedford Transitional Care Centre Number of Positions : 1
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 an Occupational Therapy Aide / Physiotherapy Aide to join our Transitional Care Centre located in West Bedford, Nova Scotia.
The transitional care model supports NSH patients / families who require additional time, services, and support to transition back to home / community, by providing an alternate space with intentional programming, building design, and resource allocation to increase the probability of returning to their previous living situation.
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 you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. We offer a competitive compensation package, additional benefits include :
- Approximate Hourly Wage : $23.71 - $24.11
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Access to healthcare 24 / 7 for free through the group benefit plan
- RRSP program (5% employer matching)
- Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
- Free onsite parking
- Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
- Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s 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;
- Assists residents in ambulation, with or without an ambulatory aid, under the direction of the Physiotherapist
- Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g. Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.).
- 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
About You
- You have a Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma from an approved college or you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology. If you are currently enrolled in these programs, your application will be considered.
- 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.
- You have knowledge of basic resident care practices and principles.
About Us
It all began in when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton.
For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.
Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, Transitional Care and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.
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Job Number: J- Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant Job Category: Allied Health Professionals (Dietitian, PT, OT, Social Work) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Work Location: West Bedford Transitional Care Centre Number of Positions: 1. Occupational Therapy Aide/ Physiot...
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