Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant, Transitional Health

Job Number: J1225-0241 Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant, Transitional Health Job Category: Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA, Social Work, Dietitian, Recreation & Wellness, Music Therapy) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Work Location: West Bedford Transitional Health Centre Number of Positions: 1

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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider a rewarding career as a Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant with our new West Bedford Transitional Health team, where you will help redefine how patients transition from hospital to home.

This innovative facility integrates data and technology into patient assessment, care delivery, and communication, while providing specialized, person-centred support for individuals who no longer require hospital-level treatment but need additional care to safely return home or transition back into their community. Our team is committed to dignity, safety, and clinical excellence in every interaction.

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 patients. Additional benefits include:

• 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
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• 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

• Part of the allied health team, working in collaboration with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Recreation Therapists, Recreation Programmers, Social Workers, Dietitians, nursing team, care team, and Nurse Practitioners, to support patients' functional goals for discharge.
• Administers and assists patients with therapeutic intervention programs as developed by the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist such as mobility, strengthening, range of motion, activities of daily living.
• Prepares and delivers group wellness programs.
• Documents according to policy and procedures (e.g. Daily Patient Care Record, patient progress notes, incident reporting, PPCA, Critical Incidents etc.)
• Observes and monitors patients' response during treatment and responds accordingly to ensure safety; note conditions and progress for reporting to PT/OT
• Maintains equipment inventory and assists with equipment set-up, cleaning and inspections, and department audits

About You

• A completed a post-secondary Physiotherapy / Occupational Therapy Assistant Program from an approved college or a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology
• Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit high standards of ethical conduct, honesty and integrity
• Previous experience working in a healthcare environment would be considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring patients have access to quality accommodations, services, and care

Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

Great People is a core value at Shannex, grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. 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. Here, every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, our team members help build communities that support connection, wellbeing, and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. In addition, Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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