SMARTech Occupational Therapy Assistant

4 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Northwood Full time

Department: SMARTech Occupational Therapy Assistant

Effective Date: ASAP

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly - Days

Qualifications:

  • One to two years of relevant work experience
  • Diploma in Physiotherapy Assistant or Rehabilitation Assistant
  • Working knowledge of WHMIS
  • Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position including frequently stooping and bending and the ability to safely lift up to 44 lbs
  • Long term care experience preferred

Responsibilities:

  • Assists with and implements treatment programs prescribed by the Occupational Therapist
  • Communicates with the SMARTech Occupational Therapist, the SMARTech team and the Restorative care team as required.
  • Creates and maintains a schedule for seeing SMARTech participants.
  • Responds promptly to resident identified technology issues, prioritizing requests based on resident safety.
  • Ensures the safety of the Smartech participants (e.g. educates staff and residents, monitors equipment)
  • Reports and documents client progress to the SMARTech team and other disciplines as indicated.
  • Enters information into the data base and tracks equipment inventory and usage.
  • Primary contact with contracted software management representatives reporting issues and concerns for resolution.

Salary / Benefits: As per Northwood scale.

Applications: Internal applications must be submitted online through the Northwood Hub. A resume is required when applying for a position outside of your current department.



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