Physio Therapy Aide - AgeCare Walden Heights

About Us 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 Opportunity: 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. What You Will Do: 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 You Will Need: Post-secondary education is an asset. Must be fluent in English, both orally and in writing. Completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma. Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with a diverse population If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

The Physiotherapy Aide assists healthcare professionals in delivering therapy programs to help residents achieve maximum independence. Responsibilities include monitoring resident progress, maintaining equipment, and managing departmental data.

Candidates should possess a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma and strong verbal and written communication skills. Post-secondary education is considered an asset for this role.

• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Physiotherapy assistance
• Rehabilitation therapy
• Patient assessment
• Equipment maintenance
• Infection control
• Data management
• Communication
• Clerical support
• Inventory management
• Compassion
• Planning
• Physical Therapy
• Housekeeping
• Clerical Works
• English Language
• Infection Control
• Information Sharing
• Inventory Management
• Long-Term Care
• Rehabilitation

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Administrative
• Physical Therapy Aide
• Physiotherapy Technicians and Assistants
• Physical Therapist Aides

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week