Role overview

POSITION TITLE:

Physiotherapy Assistant

PROGRAM:

Long-Term Care Rehabilitation Services

LOCATION:

Long-Term Care Home in Thunder Bay, ON

HOURS:

22.5 hours per week

STATUS:

Part Time Permanent

TARGET START DATE:

End of August 2026

REMUNERATION:

$20 - $22

SUMMARY

We require a skilled Physiotherapist Assistant to provide rehabilitation services to Residents in a Long-Term Care Home, as per the assigned tasks of the Physiotherapist. We will work with you to determine exact hours in each Home. You will carry out the treatment plan set by the supervising Physiotherapist to progress Residents' functional independence. You can look forward to our competitive compensation and benefits package, which reflects how we value your background, experience, education, and commitment to clinical excellence. For eligible employees, we offer extended health and dental package, paid vacation, education allowance, and personal/sick days. You will participate in a structured onboarding and training program, with ongoing mentorship and support from a senior clinician.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accept assigned tasks from the supervising Physiotherapist; participate in regular communication to ensure high quality Resident care
Follow Resident- and Family-centered Care Plans, as per assigned tasks
Implement treatment to achieve Resident/Family goals in the areas of transfers, ambulation, strength, range of motion, balance, and cardiorespiratory function
Conduct group exercise classes for Residents
Maintain and clean rehabilitation equipment
Participate in continuous quality improvement program, including measurable outcomes, satisfaction feedback, and quality improvement planning

QUALIFICATIONS

2-year Diploma from an accredited OTA/PTA Program or equivalent
Completion of satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) upon hire
Up-to-date on required vaccinations, including influenza vaccine (or commitment to take anti-viral medications), MMR, DTaP, varicella, and TB skin test
Knowledge/experience in evidence-based musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiorespiratory practice, with a strong emphasis on improving functional outcomes
Superior communication and clinical reasoning skills; flexible and adaptable to changing demands and schedules
Caring and compassionate in all interactions with Residents and Families
Desirable skills and experience include previous delivery of rehabilitation for the geriatric population in an integrated care setting, preferably in a Long-Term Care Home. Familiarity with equipment, including transfer and gait aids, wheelchairs, pain management modalities, and strengthening/range of motion/balance equipment is an asset.
Must hold a valid driver's license with access to a vehicle

We thank all applicants however only those who are eligible to work in Canada with the above qualifications will be considered. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed a Vulnerable Sector Search in the past six (6) months.