Occupational Therapiy Assistant/physical Therapiy
2 weeks ago
Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.
We are searching for a Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our Orchard Court team based in Kentville, Nova ScotiaMeaningful Benefits
You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit.
And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.
Additional benefits include:
Approximate annual salary range:
approximate hourly wage: $
Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program as well as Consult +
RRSP program (5% employer matching)
Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
Free onsite parking
Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
About the Opportunity
Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy
Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the PT and OT, such as range of motion, progressive resistive and stretching, ADLs;
Assists residents in ambulation, with or without an ambulatory aid, under the direction of the Physiotherapist
Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.).
Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits, cleaning and inspections
About You
U-first training or a Dementia Care Course would be considered an asset.
Previous experience working in a long-term care environment would also be considered an asset.
You have knowledge of basic resident care practices and principles.
About Us
It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton.
For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.
Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.
Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization.
Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated.
At Shannex, every team member belongs.Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Our company policy requires all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19
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