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Yarmouth Heights is currently accepting applications for one part-time Physiotherapy Assistant position. This is a temporary position.
The PTA will:
- assist and implement therapy programs that would allow residents to realize
their maximum potential.
-the PTA will work in relation to residents’ care issues and care plans that pertain to Occupational/ Physiotherapy Program.
-working with the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist, the PTA will fully support and assist the Therapeutic Services at Melville Lodge.
Qualifications:
1. Graduate of Occupational and/or Physiotherapy Assistant course with certificate
2. Minimum 2 years previous experience
3. Previous experience in long term care an asset
4. A commitment to resident centered care
5. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
6. Alzheimer Disease and related Dementia, CPR and First Aid courses would be
assets
7. Competency using computers including internet, email and Microsoft office
8. Regular attendance in current and previous employment
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Yarmouth, NS B5A 4J7 (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Yarmouth, NS B5A 4J7: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
