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Physiotherapy Assistant – #6802 – S

Job Developer:
Karen Cake
  • Part Time
  • Vineland
  • Posted on February 23
  • This position has been filled.
  • Wage: Depends on experience
  • Job ID: 6802

Position summary:

The Physiotherapy Assistant will carry out delegated patient treatments based on the treatment plan as prescribed by the Physiotherapist and will assist the therapist(s) with patient-related activities.

Hours and days of work are flexible and can be determined with a minimum of two days per week 16-18 hours. There is the potential for hours to  increase up to 23 hours per week after COVID. Remuneration will be determined based on experience.

Duties:

Responsibilities (not limited to this) include:

  • Monitors and progresses patient’s therapy program as needed within the range directed by the PT
  • Reviews chart ahead of patient arrival so that the treatment program is known and can be carried out
  • Performs Subjective and Objective charting and makes sure that it is reflective of the current treatment and changes and that the chart is up to date
  • Supervises and instructs exercise programs as assigned by the PT
  • Positions patients and performs range of motion exercises directed and assigned by the PT
  • Provides assistance to the PT during treatment
  • Prepares and applies modalities as directed by the PT and relieves PT from performing/setting up modalities (ultrasound, IFC, TENS, etc)
  • Contribute to a positive clinic environment and providing exceptional customer service
  • Provide administrative tasks as needed such as answering phone calls and scheduling appointments
  • Schedule patients appointments and be aware of their appointment schedule
  • Establish/revise and send or print exercise program for patients
  • Assist patients with competition of paperwork and outcome measures
  • General upkeep of the rehabilitation space
  • Fill ultrasound bottles, hand soap, candy jar, business cards and pamphlets, Biofreeze samples, cleaning bottles, water bottle for ice packs
  • Water plants as required
  • Make sure hydrocollator has enough water
  • Stock acupuncture bins with needles in all sizes as required
  • Clean plinths after each patient and put a clean towel on pillow
  • Restock treatment rooms and carts with towels
  • Restock fridge with water for patients as required
  • Defrost freezer monthly
  • Clean hydrocollator biweekly
  • Laundry
Requirements:
  • Qualified applicants must be a graduate of an accredited OTA/PTA program and possess an Occupational Therapy Assistant/ Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma
  • Excellent knowledge of orthopaedic, neurological and geriatric conditions
  • High level of organizational and time management skills
  • They should be a quick learner & an, exceptionally fast worker, able to multi-task & pay extreme attention to detail and possess a happy disposition
  • Must be fluent in reading, writing and oral communication of the English language and have excellent oral and non-verbal communication skills with patients and colleagues
  • Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability

 

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