Occupational Therapy Assistant - Halifax, Canada - Northwood

Northwood

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Come join the Northwood team

Since 1962, Northwood has led the way as Nova Scotia's most dynamic continuing care organization committed to innovation and change.

Northwood is the largest not-for-profit continuing care organization in Atlantic Canada and is recognized both here at home and across Canada as an extraordinary example of the power of social justice, but we like to call it the power of love When life changes, and society changes, Northwood leads the way, incorporating revolutionary designed, responsive care.

From new ideas to new technologies, we are empowered to do this, because our focus is on people

Qualifications:

One to two years of relevant work experience
Diploma in Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapist Assistant Program
Working knowledge of WHMIS
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including frequently stooping and bending and the ability to safely lift up to 44 lbs
Long term care experience is considered an asset

Responsibilities:

Works collaboratively with the interdepartmental team (RN, LPN, CCA, OT, PT)
Communicates with the Nursing team, OT and PT
Assists with and implements treatment programs prescribed by the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist
In conjunction with the floor based team, incorporates mobility maintenance strategies into the care routine
Reports client progress to the Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and the nursing care team
Creates and maintains a schedule for seeing residents and other duties
Promotes the safety of residents (e.g. educates staff and patients, monitors equipment)
Responsible for checking and calibrating Roho mattresses and cushions
Processes requests to obtain equipment

Hours of Work: 48 hours biweekly - Days

Start Date:
ASAP
Northwood is proud to be an inclusive employer who encourages diverse applicants. We thank all applicants however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.