Therapy Assistant

Alberta Health Services

8d ago

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Job
Full-time
Junior Level
Healthcare
Education & Teaching
Edmonton

Requirements

Completion of diploma from an accredited post-secondary rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program or equivalent training may be considered.
Minimum of 1 year experience working as a PTA or OTA in acute care. New Grad Experience may be considered.
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) required.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to prioritize and organize workload with minimal direct supervision and incorporate creative problem solving is required.
Effective written, verbal, communication, and computer skills are required.
Connect Care training and experience is an asset.
Minimum of 3 months experience with preparation of splinting materials, assisting with fabrication of splints for the upper extremity.
Independence with carrying out upper or lower extremity therapy programs assigned by the OT or PT preferred.
Current certification in Its Your Move Safe Patient Handling.

Responsibilities

Join our dynamic Rehab team and expand your skills working closely with our Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. The successful candidate will work under the supervision and direction of the Physical and Occupational therapist and will be responsible for performing patient treatments in the inpatient acute care units and outpatient orthopedic splinting clinic. These treatments will include exercise programs, lifting/transferring of patients, carrying out established treatment interventions, assisting with ADLs, leading group exercise classes, assisting with upper extremity splinting and/or hand therapy program exercises, maintaining inventory of supplies, booking patient appointments, and the maintenance of a clean and safe work environment. The successful candidate will prioritize and organize the daily work schedule to manage patient caseload responsibilities. The successful candidate will use client centered practices to implement the occupation plan and engage clients, families, caregivers, and the health team to enable occupational possibilities. This position requires the ability to bend, twist, assist with multiple patient transfers throughout your shift, including with bariatric patients. You will also be required to walk between units and up/down the stairs many times throughout the day. As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation services including direct and indirect client care across the health care continuum (healthy living, getting better, living with illness and disability, end of life care) for all ages as well as non-client service provision. This role will require you to work effectively with internal and external partners, and display professionalism and strong ethics in both client centered care and participation in care teams. You will demonstrate evidence of reflective thinking and lifelong learning that enhances individual and team competency. You will have opportunities to use your interpersonal and clinical skills in contributing to quality improvement, program planning and student supervision.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Therapy Assistant.

What type of environment will the Therapy Assistant work in?

The Therapy Assistant will work in both inpatient and outpatient settings, collaboratively with Physical and Occupational Therapists.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Therapy Assistant?

The primary responsibilities include performing patient treatments, assisting with ADLs, leading group exercise classes, and maintaining inventory of supplies, among other tasks.

Is prior experience required for this position?

Yes, a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) in acute care is required, although new graduate experience may be considered.

What qualifications are needed to apply for the Therapy Assistant position?

A diploma from an accredited post-secondary rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program or equivalent training, current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS-HCP), and basic computer skills are required.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for the Therapy Assistant position is between $25.11 and $31.48 per hour.

What type of shifts will the Therapy Assistant work?

The Therapy Assistant will work Days, Evenings, and Weekends as per the shift pattern and rotation.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include Connect Care training and experience, at least 3 months of experience with splinting materials, and current certification in Its Your Move Safe Patient Handling.

When is the position available?

The position is available starting from October 21, 2024.

Is the position full-time or part-time?

The position is a full-time temporary role with 1.00 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) status.

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