Occupational Therapy AssistantPhysiotherapy Assistant

Bedford - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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.

With the anticipation of opening a new building in March 2026 we are searching for a Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant to join our Shannex Transitional Health Services Limited team providing transitional care services at West Bedford Transitional Health in West Bedford Nova Scotia.

Through an innovative partnership with Nova Scotia Health (NSH) Shannex proudly operates the provinces first transitional health facility in West Bedford. This facility provides specialized care for NSH patients in the central zone who no longer require hospital care but need additional support and services before safely returning home or to their community.

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 youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. 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 Shannexs 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 Bachelors 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

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988 Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario Shannex continues to build communities designed for 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. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

If youre ready to join the Shannex team of Great People apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the believes equity diversity inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex every team member belongs.

All applicationsare kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job DescriptionIf 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 Livin...