Physiotherapy Assistant - Cornwall, Canada - Arvan Rehab Group
Description
We are currently looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) for a Long Term Care client inLancaster, 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:
TEMPORARY:
July 10th - 25th -25HOURS PER WEEK
Job Duties:
- Assist with conducting group exercises for residents, and/or lead oneoneon exercises 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's instructions.
- Assist residents with walking, sitting and safe transferring.
- Monitor any changes to a resident's health status and report to the Physiotherapist or supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Physiotherapy Assistant graduate or equivalent.
- Excellent multitasking 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/or Chest X-Ray is required.
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- This position is NOT accessible by bus
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