Therapy Assistant - Se Rehab Health Clinic

Join SE Health as a Therapy Assistant & Make an Impact on People's Lives

POSITION SUMMARY:

Full time permanent

We are currently seeking a Therapy Assistant to work at Saint Elizabeth Rehab Health physiotherapy clinic, a preferred rehab partner of Mackenzie Health. As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Therapy Assistant will collaborate in the provision of evidence informed therapeutic services and excellent customer service that will help individuals reach their rehabilitation goals and achieve their best quality of life.

The Therapy Assistant will practice under the guidance and direction of a qualified Registered Physiotherapist in a fast paced dynamic environment.

As the successful candidate you met the qualifications below and demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a high level of initiative and adaptability to rapidly changing demands.

Full-time - Monday to Friday - 8 hour shifts (8-4pm OR 11-7pm)

Location Bayview and Elgin Mills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow, implement, and reinforce treatment plans designed and directed by a Physiotherapist
• Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist, including but not limited to instructing/supervising exercises, application of modalities (e.g. Heat, ice, US, IFC) and documentation
• Communicates with supervising Therapists about patient progress and need for possible program modifications on a consistent and timely basis
• Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers regarding patient activities
• Contributes to a positive clinic environment and provides exceptional customer service
• Preforms general upkeep of the rehabilitation space, maintain all equipment, laundry, and clean up
• Preforms administrative tasks as needed such as answering phone calls and scheduling appointments and other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma, with at least 1 year of experience.
• Knowledge of exercise prescription for commonly seen conditions.
• Knowledge of adaptive equipment and gait aids
• Ability to apply and operate various physiotherapy treatment modalities including electrical stimulation and ultrasound
• Good knowledge of different physical therapy techniques
• Self-motivated individual with ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team in a dynamic fast paced environment
• Ability to work with adults individually and in group/circuit settings
• Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, pushing, lifting and transferring using proper/safe body mechanics.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to adapt to new computer applications.
• Strong customer engagement and retention abilities
• Availability to work flexible hours
• BCLS and CPR preferred
• Vulnerable sector check (current)

About SE Health

At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work life balance. We're a great place to work, and we hope you'll join our team.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at careers@sehc.com at your earliest convenience

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