Rehabilitation Aide
Core
Provide therapeutic measures and implement individualized therapy programs for long-term care residents under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
Role type
Rehabilitation Aide (Therapy Assistant)
Builds
Daily therapy sessions, stretch and strut ambulation programs, physio/exercise classes
Domain
Long-term care / Rehabilitation
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistant certification, knowledge of PT/OT practices for long-term care, ability to develop care plans, clinical documentation, interdisciplinary collaboration
Preferred skills
Second language proficiency, experience in long-term care settings
Responsibilities
Develop and implement individualized therapy programs, coordinate ambulation and exercise classes, provide daily therapy, evaluate resident status, instruct staff on therapy care requirements, maintain clinical records
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC