Physiotherapy Assistant - Toronto, Canada - ParaMed

ParaMed

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description

Working under the direction and supervision of a Physiotherapist, as a Physiotherapy Assistant, you will independently carry out prescribed rehabilitation therapy programs to assist clients to cope with their limitations in movement, daily functioning, and activity.

Care will take place in community settings.

Why you'll love working here:

Best in class training and development programs
Celebration and Recognition programs
Part time and Fulltime opportunities and flexible scheduling options
Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans
Company paid mobile devices
Mileage compensation
Employee perks and exclusive offers

What you'll do:

Set up and prepare required equipment for client use and clean equipment following use
Participate in program planning
Carry out exercise programs plus gait training ensuring clients perform the prescribed activities in an appropriate and safe manner.
Provide clear, timely communication to the supervising Physiotherapist and other appropriate Health Care team members regarding changes to or concerns of the client's status, interventions or activities
Properly maintain and document regarding client activities, progress and treatment plans consistent with ParaMed's policies.

What you bring:

Graduate of a PTA/OTA course from a recognized postsecondary program
12 years of PTA experience with elderly populations is preferred
Ability to effectively communicate both through oral and written mediums
Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Position Screening (VPS)
Current CPR and First Aid (within 1 year) obtained within Canada
Demonstrate compassion, tact and diplomacy when interacting with residents/clients and their families

Time Type:
Part time

Join us as we continue our 40year tradition to help people live better and provide the most compassionate care possible Join a winning team and let's succeed together

ParaMed Home Health Care accommodates the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.