PTA-Physio Therapist Assistant

PTA Involves assisting licensed physiotherapists in providing patient care, implementing treatment plans, and educating patients and families about exercises and techniques to improve mobility and function all under the direction of a PTA.

Tasks:

Assist patients physical abilities

Assist health care professionals

Carry out treatment programs, under the direction of physiotherapists and / or occupational therapists to rehabilitate patients with various injuries or disabilities

Follow through treatment programs with patients

Clean and maintain equipment

Select appropriate exercises, apparatus and manipulation

Personal Suitability:

Demonstrate a positive work record and good attendance record.

Qualifications:

• CPR Certified
• Proficiency in oral and written English
• Minimum of 6 months of recent relevant experience
• Have a keen interest in working with the elderly, working hours Monday to Friday 8am – 4 pm
• Fluency in Ojibway would be a definite asset or willingness to learn.

All applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, three work related references, copies of diplomas and or certificates to:

PTA  Physical Therapist Assistant

Wikwemikong Nursing Home

Elizabeth Cooper, Administrator/Director of Care

2281 Wilwemikong Way, PO BOX 114

Wikwemikong, ON P0P 2J0

email: elizabeth.cooper@wikwemikongnursinghome.com