Physiotherapist Assistant - Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services | Alexandria

Physiotherapist Assistant - Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services | Alexandria

POSITION TITLE: Physiotherapist Assistant

PROGRAM: Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services

STATUS: Permanent

HOURS: Full-Time / Temporary (July 4 to Aug 2nd, 2023)

REMUNERATION: Competitive

Summary

We require a skilled Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in select Long-Term Care Homes across Ontario, as per the assigned tasks of the Physiotherapist. Under the direction of an experienced Registered Physiotherapist (VP Quality Improvement), 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 a signing bonus, 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

• 2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program or equivalent
• Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire
• Up-to-date on required vaccinations, including 3 doses of COVID-19, influenza vaccine (or commitment to take anti-viral medications), MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB skin test
• Knowledge/experience in evidence-based musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice, with a strong emphasis on improving functional outcomes
• Superior communication and clinical reasoning skills; flexible and adaptable to changing demands and schedules
• Caring and compassionate in all interactions with Residents and Families

Desirable skills and experience: Previous delivery of rehabilitation for the geriatric population in an integrated care setting, preferably in a Long-Term Care Home. Familiarity with equipment, including transfer and gait aids, wheelchairs, pain management modalities, and strengthening/range of motion/balance equipment is an asset.

How to Apply

Apply online or send your resume to careers@bimhealth.com. Thank you.