Physiotherapy Assistant
1 week ago
Summary of Function:
The Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) provides clinical care for clients under the direction and supervision of the Physiotherapist.
The PTA works to actively rehabilitate each client to achieve his/her maximum functional level through planned and supervised therapeutic programs.
The PTA is responsible for monitoring the progress of clients and reporting to the physiotherapist. The PTA may perform associated functions to support service delivery such as stocking supplies or maintaining equipment. The PTA ensures the safety, comfort and privacy of clients.As a member of a team, the PTA participates in discipline-specific and interdisciplinary activities that are directed towards a client-centered care environment and that contributes to operational efficiency, professional and program development.
The PTA may work autonomously in a variety of settings including the community delivering services to clients and families by following the treatment plan of the Physiotherapist.
Qualifications
- Two Year Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma from an institution recognized by the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario or an undergraduate degree in human kinetics.
- Minimum of 2 years recent related experience in adult physical medicine gained in a community, rehabilitation, or longterm care setting
- Ability to speak, read & write the English language
- Proven attendance and work record
Skills:
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of rehabilitation and the rehabilitation process
- Knowledge of anatomy, common injuries and diseases, basic stretching and strengthening exercises
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with both the public and interdisciplinary team members
- Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic environment with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize responsibilities and tasks and complete scheduled work as assigned
- Possesses strong critical thinking and problemsolving skills
- Physical ability to do job duties as assigned; demonstrated knowledge of body mechanics
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
- Demonstrated professional work attitude and behaviors
- Demonstrated clientcentered attitude and commitment to clientcentered care
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with other team members to provide appropriate care for the clients.
- Demonstrated ability to work with mínimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness
- Bilingual (English/French) preferred
- Car is required
Primary Responsibilities include
- Assist physiotherapists with the provision of individual and group therapeutic exercise programs
- Learn programs of care from the Physiotherapist and provide care to individual clients based on the frequency specified in the program of care
- Lead a group of clients in a specified group exercise program at the frequency and time specified by the Physiotherapist
- Monitor the client's ability and accommodate any changes from baseline. Report back to the Physiotherapist the need to change/adjust the program.
- Ensure client safety at all times
- Monitor client's progress and report back to the Physiotherapist
- Complete written reports as required
Organizational Responsibilities
- Protecting the safety and welfare of others
- Performing in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the organization
- Upholding the Carefor valuesbased code of conduct
- Using sound knowledge and skill in work/role performance
- Demonstrate awareness and acceptance of diversity by being polite and considerate
- Promote an environment that recognizes the various needs of individuals
- Adhere to Carefor values and policies. Remain within your scope of practice.
- Continuously develop and demonstrate behavior that fosters a positive working and teaching environment
- Identifying learning needs related to your position and seeking out appropriate individuals/ resources to meet these needs
- Participating in relevant educational programs offered by Carefor
- Using appropriate methods for giving direction and providing constructive feedback
- Being respectful and maintaining confidentiality
- Work cooperatively and respectfully with others to further the goals of the client and the organization, treating all individuals as valuable members of the team
- Identify client/customer needs and improve services
- Being receptive to new ideas and willing to try new methods and approaches
- Being able to adapt to change as the job requires
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