Job detail

Physiotherapy Assistant

Lifemark Health Group

#LTC #Rehabilitation #Long Term Care #Residential Care #Vulnerable Sector Screening #Ultrasound #Therapeutic Exercise #OTA #Kinesiology

Quick overview

Assist supervising physiotherapists in implementing treatment plans for residents in care communities, including performing exercises and applying modalities. Responsibilities also include leading group exercise classes and maintaining a safe, tidy gym environment.

Requirements summary

Requires a PTA/OTA diploma, a degree in Kinesiology, or a similar healthcare background. Candidates must provide a valid Vulnerable Sector screening and proof of Tuberculin clearance.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificatePatient MonitoringEquipment SetupMedical DocumentationGait TrainingBalance ExercisesTransfer TrainingRange Of MotionStrengtheningApplication Of ModalitiesExercise Class Instruction

Job description

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is looking for a Casual Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant to join our growing team!

Location: Lindsay, ON

Status: Casual Part-Time

In this role you will

Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities
Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities. (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS)
Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents
Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments
Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy
Maintain regular ongoing communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions
Record daily treatments using Seniors Wellness' proprietary, web-based system

Qualifications

PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or a similar healthcare background
Previous experience within an LTC setting an asset.
A valid Vulnerable Sector screening check (within 6 months)
Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, 55 retirement communities and provide over 180 senior dwellings with physiotherapy, occupational therapy and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. For our staff, the Lifemark difference is based on 4 pillars: We foster innovative thinking; assist with career development; we support personal health and wellness; and devoted to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in.

Apply today! Visit www.lifemark.ca [http://www.lifemark.ca/careers] for more information.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca [http://lifemark.ca/]

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