Occupational Therapy Assistant​/Physical Therapy Assistant Regional Municipality

Job Number: J
- Job Title:

Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant
Job Category:
Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA, Social Work, Dietitian, Recreation & Wellness, Music Therapy)
Job Type: Permanent Full Time

Work Location:

Moody Hall, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Schedule:

Rotational
Number of Positions: 1

• Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy sessions.
• Assist residents with therapeutic intervention programs such as range of motion, progressive resistive and stretching, and ADLs under PT and OT guidance.
• Collaborate with residents, their families, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and other interdisciplinary team members in developing Individualized Service Plans.
• Administer treatments using standard therapeutic methods and techniques assigned by the PT and OT.
• Communicate effectively with residents, Substitute Decision Makers, OT, PT, and the Wellness Team through verbal, written, and electronic means.
• Clean and sterilize areas and equipment as required; maintain general housekeeping of the department.
• Maintain equipment inventory and assist with department audits and inspections.
• Assist residents in ambulation, with or without an ambulatory aid, under the direction of the Physiotherapist.
• Document according to policy and procedures, including Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, and Critical Incidents.
• Observe and monitor residents’ responses during treatment, ensuring safety and reporting progress to PT/OT.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Post‑secondary education in Physiotherapy from an approved college or a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology.
• U-First training and/or a Dementia Care Course considered an asset.
• Previous experience working in a long‑term care environment considered an asset.
• Knowledge of basic resident care practices and principles.
• Passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services, and care.

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Life, travel, and other insurances.
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan.
• Pension plan.
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately).
• Travel insurance.
• Free onsite parking.
• Access to thousands of perks, vendors, and discounts through the Work Perks program.
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence.
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recognition and rewards for service excellence and safety.

We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect.