Job Summary The Physiotherapy Assistant supports licensed physiotherapists in delivering safe, effective care to patients recovering from injury, illness, or surgery. The role involves preparing treatment areas, assisting with prescribed therapy activities, and helping patients move safely in a hospital or clinical setting. Hospital and acute care experience are preferred.
Duties
- Assist patients with mobility and therapeutic exercises as directed by a physiotherapist.
- Support protected transfers, positioning, and use of mobility aids, following care plans and safety protocols.
- Prepare, clean, and maintain treatment spaces and equipment.
- Observe patients during activities and promptly report changes, concerns, or safety risks to the supervising clinician.
- Help patients understand and follow instructions for prescribed therapy activities.
- Document completed tasks and relevant observations accurately, in accordance with workplace procedures.
- Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and members of the care team while protecting patient privacy.
Skills
- Experience providing patient care in a healthcare setting.
- Hospital experience and acute care experience are preferred.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and common physiotherapy equipment.
- Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow clinical instructions, maintain confidentiality, and work collaboratively under the supervision of a licensed physiotherapist.
- Physical ability to assist with patient mobility and remain active throughout the workday, with appropriate training and safe-handling practices.
Pay: $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 – 38.0 per week