physical therapist assistant jobs

Overview
Reporting to the Occupational Therapist, with the mission, values goals and objectives of the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre, the Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy (OT/PT) Assistant provides support to the therapy team in delivering high-quality rehabilitation and restorative care to residents. Under the supervision of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist, the OT/PT Assistant assists with implementing therapy programs, preparing treatment areas, and supporting residents during therapeutic activities.

The role is essential in promoting mobility, independence, and overall well-being of residents while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. The OT/PT Assistant also contributes to equipment management, documentation, and communication with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

• Assists with preparing the residents for therapy, preparing equipment and assisting with specific treatments.
• Assists residents with physical movement: moving in bed, transfers, standing and walking and wheelchair activities.
• Assists residents with exercise routines, passive range of motion and active and restive exercises such as gait training and maintenance.
• Conducts group exercise classes under the direction of the therapist.
• Assists with some resident assessments under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assists with endurance, muscles and skeletal strengthening exercises and treatments at the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Reports any changes in the resident’s condition to the therapist.
• Liaises with family, friends, volunteers and vendors in a professional manner.
• Assists with the recording of resident statistical data.
• Minor repairs for wheelchairs and cushions
• Treats residents with respect and dignity.
• Follows the policies, procedures and regulations of the Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre.
• Participates in Therapeutic related educational opportunities as scheduled.
• Participates in Department Health and Safety initiatives and activities.
• Ensure personal physical fitness to manage work load.
• Orders supplies and performs office related duties: photocopying, laminating, etc.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Occupational/Physical Therapist

Experience
The ideal candidate will possess:

• A degree from an accredited Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Experience or familiarity with acute care settings is preferred.
• Proficiency in medical terminology to effectively communicate with healthcare professionals and document patient care accurately.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with residents and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $27.44-$34.06 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person