Job Description
Pay
$25.84–$30.85 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Location
Sydney, NS B1P 1P3
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Full job description
Req ID: 214634
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: OPEZ Physiotherapy CBR
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (50%) x 1
UNIFOR Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 13-Jan-26
About the Opportunity
The Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) is an active member of the health care team who works with individuals, families and groups to educate, promote health, and increase or maintain function and activity throughout all stages of health and complexities of illness. As part of an inter-professional team, the PTA works effectively to provide optimal physiotherapy care and to assist the patient in achieving their physiotherapy goals. The PTA motivates and encourages the patient to meet their expected outcomes by contributing to the valuation, implementation and ongoing modification of the patient's physiotherapy program and by participating in the provision of holistic and comprehensive physiotherapy care. PTAs can complete standardized outcome measures as part of the physiotherapist's assessment and implement assigned physiotherapy treatment plans, in alignment with national and provincial physiotherapy standards. The PTA is responsible to communicate frequently with the physiotherapist and to obtain the relevant information to provide safe accountable care. The PTA incorporates critical thinking, effective communication, and formal education to deliver high quality of care to patients.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Completed an accredited Rehabilitation Assistant Program (or diploma)
BLS-C
Ability to communicate well with patients, their families and health care team members
Must be cooperative and possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work with physiotherapy and health care team members
Organizational ability to complete assigned work and manage changing staffing and caseload levels
Previous experience working with physically and/or cognitively impaired people is an asset
Knowledge of proper body mechanics, anatomy, basic computer skills and training in electro-physical agents and other physiotherapy specific interventions
Knowledge of common diseases and disabilities as well as the treatments, precautions and contraindications for them
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Part-Time (50%) position; 37.5 Hours Bi-weekly
May be required to work weekends
Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle
Compensation and Benefits
$25.84 - $30.85 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at employeecareeradvice@nshealth.ca.
$25.84–$30.85 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Location
Sydney, NS B1P 1P3
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Dental care
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Full job description
Req ID: 214634
Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital
Department: OPEZ Physiotherapy CBR
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (50%) x 1
UNIFOR Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 13-Jan-26
About the Opportunity
The Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) is an active member of the health care team who works with individuals, families and groups to educate, promote health, and increase or maintain function and activity throughout all stages of health and complexities of illness. As part of an inter-professional team, the PTA works effectively to provide optimal physiotherapy care and to assist the patient in achieving their physiotherapy goals. The PTA motivates and encourages the patient to meet their expected outcomes by contributing to the valuation, implementation and ongoing modification of the patient's physiotherapy program and by participating in the provision of holistic and comprehensive physiotherapy care. PTAs can complete standardized outcome measures as part of the physiotherapist's assessment and implement assigned physiotherapy treatment plans, in alignment with national and provincial physiotherapy standards. The PTA is responsible to communicate frequently with the physiotherapist and to obtain the relevant information to provide safe accountable care. The PTA incorporates critical thinking, effective communication, and formal education to deliver high quality of care to patients.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Completed an accredited Rehabilitation Assistant Program (or diploma)
BLS-C
Ability to communicate well with patients, their families and health care team members
Must be cooperative and possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work with physiotherapy and health care team members
Organizational ability to complete assigned work and manage changing staffing and caseload levels
Previous experience working with physically and/or cognitively impaired people is an asset
Knowledge of proper body mechanics, anatomy, basic computer skills and training in electro-physical agents and other physiotherapy specific interventions
Knowledge of common diseases and disabilities as well as the treatments, precautions and contraindications for them
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Part-Time (50%) position; 37.5 Hours Bi-weekly
May be required to work weekends
Travel to other sites is required and must have access to a reliable vehicle
Compensation and Benefits
$25.84 - $30.85 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Some opportunities may be eligible for our Employee Referral Program. If a Nova Scotia Health employee refers a candidate who is not working for the organization and the candidate is hired, the employee who made the referral may be eligible to earn up to $1000.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Nova Scotia Health’s Employee Career Advice (ECA) Program supports internal employees in their career development and progression with résumé-building, interview skill development, resources and advice for optimizing job searches, and more. Employees can book a one-on-one meeting or view upcoming workshops on the ECA Intranet page or via email at employeecareeradvice@nshealth.ca.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Physiotherapy Assistant - Rehabilitation Services position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.