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Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy AssistantShannex Incorporated • Sydney, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, CA
Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant

Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant

Shannex Incorporated • Sydney, Cape Breton Regional Municipality, CA
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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 Care team based in Sydney, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

  • 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 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
  • 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

  • A post-secondary education in Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy from an approved college or you have a Bachelor’s 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 shannex.com .

    If you’re 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 applications are kept in strict confidentiality. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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