Physiotherapy Assistant - Seniors Wellness at Lifemark Health Group

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Exercise Program Implementation, Pain Relief, Strength Building, Balance Improvement, Fall Prevention, Infection Control, Data Collection, Progress Reporting, Equipment Monitoring, Program Development

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation-focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, and 55 retirement communities and provide over 180 senior dwellings with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. For our staff, the Lifemark difference is based on 4 pillars: We foster innovative thinking; assist with career development; we support personal health and wellness; and are devoted to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in. We have an exciting opportunity for a PTA to join our growing team! Location: Oshawa, ON Status: Permanent Part-Time Schedule: 6 hours/week In this role you will: * Implement exercise and education programs for seniors that focus on increasing mobility, pain relief, building strength, and improving balance * Provide a consistent approach to prevent falls, reduce injuries, improve awareness of safety within the participant’s daily activities, develop an understanding of risks, falls prevention strategies, and post-fall injuries, as well as increase participants’ independence, cognition, mobility, and quality of life * Prepare and maintain progress reports and basic metrics on participants and produce data as requested * Attentively monitor residents while utilizing exercise equipment; promote and demonstrate safe use of all equipment as well as proper infection control practices for equipment * Support and participate in the development and implementation of programs and objectives * Accurately data collect data for reporting * Participate in the ongoing education of residents within the scope of the programs Qualifications: * Degree in Kinesiology, diploma in PTA/OTA, or other relative post-secondary education * First Aid (CPR & AED) Certification * Experience with seniors & group programming is an asset * Reliable Vehicle Apply today! Interested in learning more? Visit our website www.lifemark.ca [http://www.lifemark.ca/]for more information. Lifemark welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities. Accommodation Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca [http://lifemark.ca/] #LI-DNP

Responsibilities

The Physiotherapy Assistant will implement exercise and education programs for seniors focusing on mobility, pain relief, strength, and balance, while also ensuring safety through fall prevention strategies and proper equipment use. Responsibilities also include preparing progress reports, accurately collecting data for reporting, and participating in ongoing resident education within the scope of the programs.