Physiotherapy Assistant

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Carefor Health & Community Services Full time

**The Opportunity**:
Job Position: Physiotherapy Assistant

Salary range: $19.07 - $21.07

Status: Full-Time Permanent

Department: Allied Health

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Ottawa

Job Group: Unionized - OPSEU

Reference No: OT-23-01-0010

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. Thorough knowledge of the scope of practice of a PTA and good judgment is critical in this role.

Qualifications Required:
**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 long-term 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 injures 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 problem-solving 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 client centred attitude and commitment to client centred 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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Respect

Demonstrates a concern and caring for people as individuals by:
Respecting others’ values and opinions

Demonstrating a genuine regard and compassion for others

Respecting the confidentiality and integrity of others

Appreciating and celebrating the contributions and successes of other individuals and groups

Responsibility

Be accountable for your own actions and outcomes by:
Consistently focusing on the client/customer

Approaching a task, carrying it out and taking responsibility for the outcome

Protecting the safety and welfare of others

Performing in accordance with the mission, vision and values of the organization

Upholding the Carefor values-based code of conduct

Using sound knowledge and skill in work/role performance

Adhering to Carefor’s dress code

Etiquette

Demonstrate awareness and acceptance of diversity by being polite and considerate:
Support

Promote an environment that recognizes the various needs of individuals:
Professionalism

Adhere to Carefor values and policies. Remain within your scope of practice.

Education / Learning

Continuously develop and demonstrate behaviour that fosters a positive working and teaching environment by:
Identifying learning needs related to your position and seeking out appropriate individuals/ resources to meet these needs

Attending in-services and education sessions

Participating in relevant

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