Physiotherapist Assistant
- Orleans, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Company Description CN Physiotherapy is a well-established clinic serving the Ottawa area, with locations on Carling Avenue and Jeanne D'Arc Boulevard North in Orléans, ON. The clinic is known for delivering physiotherapy services that are tailored to each individual’s symptoms, medical history, and health limitations. Using advanced diagnostic techniques and technology, CN Physiotherapy focuses on long-term pain prevention, effective healing, and injury avoidance. The team is committed to helping clients reach their recovery, health, and fitness goals in a warm, welcoming environment. CN Physiotherapy is recognized as one of Ottawa’s most respected physiotherapy clinics, dedicated to supporting clients as they return to the activities they enjoy.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Physiotherapist Assistant role based at the Orléans, ON clinic location. The Physiotherapist Assistant will support licensed physiotherapists by preparing treatment areas, organizing equipment, and assisting with prescribed therapeutic exercises and modalities under supervision. Daily responsibilities include guiding clients through exercise programs, monitoring responses to treatment, documenting client progress, and maintaining accurate records in accordance with clinic protocols. The role also involves educating clients on home exercise programs, supporting infection control and clinic cleanliness, and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for all visitors. The Physiotherapist Assistant will collaborate closely with the clinical team to promote high-quality, client-centered care and smooth clinic operations.
Qualifications
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Physiotherapist Assistant role based at the Orléans, ON clinic location. The Physiotherapist Assistant will support licensed physiotherapists by preparing treatment areas, organizing equipment, and assisting with prescribed therapeutic exercises and modalities under supervision. Daily responsibilities include guiding clients through exercise programs, monitoring responses to treatment, documenting client progress, and maintaining accurate records in accordance with clinic protocols. The role also involves educating clients on home exercise programs, supporting infection control and clinic cleanliness, and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for all visitors. The Physiotherapist Assistant will collaborate closely with the clinical team to promote high-quality, client-centered care and smooth clinic operations.
Qualifications
- Education and credentials: Diploma or certificate as a Physiotherapist Assistant or equivalent; eligibility to work in Ontario; current CPR/First Aid certification is an asset.
- Clinical support skills: Ability to assist with therapeutic exercises, treatment set-up, and basic modalities under physiotherapist supervision; understanding of rehabilitation principles and safe body mechanics.
- Client care and communication: Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with clients of diverse backgrounds, and commitment to a respectful, inclusive care environment.
- Organization and documentation: Skill in maintaining accurate treatment records, managing schedules and follow-ups, and keeping treatment spaces clean, organized, and compliant with clinic standards.
- Teamwork and professionalism: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, follow clinical directions, maintain confidentiality, and uphold professional ethics.
- Physical and practical abilities: Capacity to stand, walk, and assist with client movement throughout the workday; ability to handle equipment safely and support clients during rehabilitation activities.
- Preferred experience: Prior experience in a physiotherapy or rehabilitation setting, familiarity with musculoskeletal conditions and exercise programs, and basic computer skills for clinic software.
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Responsibilities
Prepare treatment areas and equipment, assist clients with prescribed exercises and modalities under physiotherapist supervision, and monitor and document treatment progress. Educate clients on home exercise programs, maintain a clean and safe clinic, and collaborate with the clinical team to support client-centered care.
Requirements
A diploma or certificate as a Physiotherapist Assistant or equivalent is required, along with eligibility to work in Ontario; current CPR/First Aid certification is an asset. Candidates should have strong communication and organizational skills, knowledge of rehabilitation principles and safe body mechanics, and the ability to support clients physically and work collaboratively; prior rehabilitation experience and basic computer skills are preferred.
Skills
- Therapeutic Exercise Assistance
- Treatment Area Preparation
- Treatment Equipment Organization
- Basic Therapeutic Modalities
- Client Monitoring
- Progress Documentation
- Home Exercise Program Education
- Infection Control
- Client Communication
- Rehabilitation Principles
- Safe Body Mechanics
- Scheduling and Follow-Up
- Confidentiality
- Team Collaboration
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Clinic Software
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- Healthcare
Keywords
- Physiotherapist Assistant
- Physiotherapy
- Rehabilitation
- Therapeutic Exercises
- Treatment Set-Up
- Therapeutic Modalities
- Rehabilitation Principles
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Home Exercise Programs
- Client Progress Monitoring
- Treatment Records
- CPR
- First Aid
- Infection Control
- Safe Body Mechanics
- Client-Centered Care
- Confidentiality
- Professional Ethics
- Clinic Software
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork