Physio Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden Heights

AgeCare • Calgary, AB

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us. The Physiotherapy Aide will assist with the rehabilitation needs of our residents. This position assists in assessing, planning, implementation and ongoing delivery of therapy programs to encourage residents to function at their maximum potential of independence. The Physiotherapy Aide provides approved and directed therapy interventions to residents, clerical support to department, housekeeping duties with regards to equipment, and other tasks as required.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a diverse population

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education is an asset.
• Completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance for Healthcare Professionals (PT / OT).
• Monitors resident ability to participate in therapy intervention.
• Prepares and maintains inventory of equipment and supplies and assists with maintenance programs (individual or group) as directed by the Therapist.
• Provides repairs or modifications to resident equipment as needed.
• Maintains infection control practice of treatment area and equipment.
• Provides and distributes equipment as needed.
• Participates in information sharing and communication.
• Collects records and manages data in computer program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed