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Posted on September 22, 2024 by Employer details Shannex
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Job Number: J0824-0340 Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physical Therapy Assistant Job Category: Allied Health Professionals (Dietitian, PT, OT, Social Work) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Work Location: Moody Hall Number of Positions: 1 Share Facebook Twitter Email LinkedIn Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work ? they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living?. We are searching for an Occupational Therapy Aide/ Physiotherapy Aide to join our new Moody Hall Enhanced Care team based in Bedford, Nova Scotia. Opening in November 2024, Moody Hall will be home to 144 residents and will feature private suites and washrooms, ample natural light, wider hallways, and new equipment. The home is designed with six neighbourhoods for 24 residents. Every neighbourhood has dedicated nursing stations, dining rooms, living rooms, libraries and activity spaces. At Moody Hall, we will introduce our innovative Main Street, a purposefully designed space that creates a charming, small-town atmosphere encouraging independence and community spirit among residents. Main Street is a vibrant hub that includes a cozy café, a town hall, theatre, chapel and schoolhouse. The home is named after Dr. Harold Moody who was a prominent humanitarian and civil rights activist. He spent time in the Bloomsbury area of London where he set up his own general practice after being denied from hospitals because of the colour of his skin. He also formed 'The League of Coloured People' with 70 other Central YMCA Club members (Bloomsbury) to support other people suffering racial discrimination. Together, these features create an inviting, community-focused environment for social interaction and personal independence, making Moody Hall a unique and enriching place to call home. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. We offer a competitive compensation package, additional benefits include: Approximate Hourly Wage: $23.71 - $24.11 Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Access to healthcare 24/7 for free through the group benefit plan RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our 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 About the Opportunity Prepare and administer individual and group physical therapy Administers and assists residents with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the PT and OT, such as range of motion, progressive resistive and stretching, ADLs; Assists residents in ambulation, with or without an ambulatory aid, under the direction of the Physiotherapist Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g. Daily Resident Care Record, resident progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.). Observes and monitors residents' response during treatment and responds accordingly to ensure safety; note conditions and progress for reporting to PT/OT; Maintains equipment inventory and assists with department audits, cleaning and inspections About You You have a Physiotherapy Assistant Diploma from an approved college or you h- LocationBedford, NS
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2107377
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