Physiotherapy Assistant (shelburne)
Brampton, ON, Canada
Job Description
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Physiotherapy Assistant (SHELBURNE)
We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client in Shelburne Ontario. Working under the direct or indirect supervision of the Physiotherapist, our assistants will work in close contact with residents to help them implement treatment programs and achieve the goals set out for them.
Schedule: 35 HOURS PER WEEK - ASAP.
Job Duties:
- Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and lead one-on-one activities with the assigned resident as directed by the Physiotherapist.
- Encourage residents to reach the goals of their planned treatment programs if appropriate.
- Document treatments and residents\' progress after each therapy session per the Physiotherapist\xe2\x80\x99s instructions.
- Assist residents with walking, sitting, and safe transferring.
- Monitor any changes to a resident\xe2\x80\x99s health status and report to the Physiotherapist or supervisor.
- Perform treatments such as applying an ice pack or hot pack, ultrasound therapy, TENS (electrotherapy), hot wax, etc.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
- Excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to communicate well with the elderly, supervisors, and teammates.
- Experience working in a Long Term Care or Retirement home would be a definite asset.
- A current police check for the Vulnerable Sector is required.
- Valid TB Test and Chest X-Ray are required.
- This position is not accessible by bus, you must have access to a reliable vehicle to get to this location.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD2131567
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationBrampton, ON, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned