Physiotherapist Assistant

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.

Please note the Physiotherapy Assistant(s) will primarily support the Transitions Programs, hospital to home.

Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.

For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.

Job Description

What You Will Do:
- 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, therapeutic modalities
- Understand and follow all directions and specifics related to the application of modalities
- Ensure client safety at all times
- Complete written reports as required
Qualifications
- Year Two 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
- Proficiency in using a computer for email and word documents
- ·Proven attendance and work record
What We Have To Offer You:
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
- Paid mileage between clients
- Smartphone provided
- 24/7 support from on-call Supervisors
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Work location: on the road

Salary range: $26.64 per hour or$51,948.99 – $30.23 per hour or $58, 948.00

Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.