Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.
Location: Whitehills Long Term Care Centre - Hammonds Plains
Title: Physiotherapist Assistant
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Dental care
- Vision care
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Company pension
Responsibilities:
- Assist and implement therapy programs that would allow residents to realize their maximum potential
- Monitor residents during physiotherapy programs and provides suggestions to the physiotherapist
- Document and record resident information
- Work in relation to residents’ care issues and care plans that pertain to Occupational/ Physiotherapy Program
- Work with the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist, fully support and assist the Therapeutic Services
- Attend meetings
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Graduate of a recognized Physiotherapy Program or equivalent with certificate
- Experience in long-term care is an asset
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Alzheimer Disease and related Dementia, CPR and First Aid courses would be an asset
Rate: as per Department of Health and Wellness funding, with competitive benefits
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: Up to $47,884.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Application question(s):
- Do you have a PTA certificate
Work Location: In person