Physiotherapy Assistant
About The Position
Lifemark Seniors Wellness is seeking a Permanent Part-Time Physiotherapy Assistant in Orillia, ON. Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation-focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors, with over 30 years of experience. They partner with more than 185 Long-Term Care (LTC) homes, 55 retirement communities, and provide services to over 180 senior dwellings, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, their purpose is 'Movement to a better life'. For their staff, the Lifemark difference is based on four pillars: fostering innovative thinking, assisting with career development, supporting personal health and wellness, and making a real impact in the communities they live and work in. The company is committed to creating an inclusive environment and promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the recruitment process.
Requirements
- PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or a similar healthcare background
- A valid Vulnerable Sector screening check (within 6 months)
- Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience within an LTC setting an asset
Responsibilities
- Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities
- Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities. (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS)
- Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents
- Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments
- Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy
- Maintain regular ongoing communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions
- Record daily treatments using Seniors Wellness' proprietary, web-based system
Benefits
- We foster innovative thinking
- assist with career development
- we support personal health and wellness
- devoted to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
