Occupational/Physiotherapist Assistant

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for an Occupational/Physiotherapist Assistant to join our Arborstone Enhanced Care team based in Halifax, NS.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire for part-time & full-time staff) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching) or pension plan [include what applies to the position you are posting for]
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Collaborates with the resident, their family, Occupational Therapist (OT), Physiotherapist (PT), and the other members of the interdisciplinary team in the development of an Individualized Service Plan
• Prepares and administers treatments using standard therapeutic methods and techniques assigned by the PT and OT
• Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the PT and OT, such as range of motion, progressive resistive and stretching, ADLs
• Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.)
• Observes and monitors residents’ response during treatment and responds accordingly to ensure safety; note conditions and progress for reporting to PT/OT
• Communicates appropriately and effectively, through verbal, nonverbal, written and electronic means, with the residents, Substitute Decision Makers, OT, PT, other members of the Wellness Team and interdisciplinary team
• Explain treatment to residents as instructed
• Assists the Occupational Therapist with specialized equipment trials, such as set-up of equipment as directed, monitoring resident’s positioning and reporting feedback
• Cleans and sterilizes area and equipment as required; monitors and maintains general housekeeping of the department
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Diploma in Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant from an approved college OR bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology.
• Current certification as a PTA or OTA with the applicable provincial college or governing body or be enrolled in the certification program prior to commencement of the position
• Minimum 1-year previous experience working in a long-term care environment.
• Alzheimer Disease and Other Dementia Care Courses
• U-First Training
• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable