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Rehabilitation Assistant

@ Lifemark Health Group

Nanaimo, British Columbia

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Lifemark Health Group is hiring a permanent part-time Rehab Assistant in Nanaimo, BC, working about 15 hours a week over two days. The role assists a supervising physiotherapist with treatment plans and group exercise for residents of seniors residential care communities, and requires a PTA/OTA diploma or a kinesiology or similar healthcare degree.

Responsibilities:

  • Carry out physiotherapy treatments for residents as prescribed
  • Lead group exercise classes for residents
  • Prepare equipment and keep treatment areas safe
  • Communicate changes in resident status to the physiotherapist
  • Record daily treatments in the online system

Requirements summary:

  • PTA/OTA diploma or kinesiology degree
  • Long-term care experience an asset
  • Valid Vulnerable Sector check within 6 months
  • Proof of TB (2-Step Mantoux) clearance

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2026-11-06
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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Hours per week15
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home, Store
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsTB (2-Step Mantoux) clearance
Background checksvulnerable sector
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, Racialized people
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyPhysiotherapy assisting, Occupational therapy assisting, Kinesiology

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Lifemark Health Group

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A proudly Canadian healthcare company providing diversified healthcare services across the country

Full company description

We are a proudly Canadian healthcare company, providing diversified healthcare services across the country. We have over 20 years of experience providing personal rehab services, independent medical assessments, seniors’ wellness and employer health and wellness programs. Our foundation is rooted in the strength of our healthcare professionals, who are leaders in their fields. We offer a number of rehabilitation programs and assessment services that are accredited by CARF International, an achievement that signals our commitment to high-quality services. Whether you’re a recent graduate just starting out on your career path or an experienced professional looking for a new opportunity, your journey to a better work life starts with Lifemark. We foster innovative thinking, invest in your career development so that you can provide the best care for others, support your personal health and wellness with a comprehensive rewards package and strive to make an impact in the over 200 communities across Canada where we live and work. Our award-winning workplace was recognized by The Globe and Mail and Morneau Shepell as one of 75 Employee Recommended Workplaces in Canada for 2018 and 2019 and by Waterstone Human Capital as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2019. You belong here. Join our team!

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
2,661
Reported office locations
  • 243 Consumers Road, 12th Floor, North York, Ontario M2J 4W8, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Fitness
  • Wellness
Other recorded names
  • Lifemark Health Group
Specialties
  • Physiotherapy
  • Massage Therapy
  • Health
  • Wellness
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Sport Medicine
  • Chiropractic
  • Psychology
  • Occupational Health
  • and Kinesiology
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We are a proudly Canadian healthcare company, providing diversified healthcare services across the country. We have over 20 years of experience providing personal rehab services, independent medical assessments, seniors’ wellness and employer health and wellness programs. Our foundation is rooted in the strength of our healthcare professionals, who are leaders in their fields. We offer a number of rehabilitation…

FieldValue
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersNorth York, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1998
SpecialtiesPhysiotherapyMassage TherapyHealthWellnessOccupational TherapySport MedicineChiropracticPsychologyOccupational Healthand Kinesiology
Open jobs on Jobsy382
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Job description

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is looking for a Permanent Part-Time Rehab Assistant to join our growing team!

Location: Nanaimo, BC

Status: Permanent Part-Time

Schedule: Twice Weekly (15 hours/week)

In this role you will:

  • Assist the supervising physiotherapist in performing various components of the treatment plans for individuals living in residential care communities
  • Perform various treatments as prescribed and directed by the supervising Physiotherapist including but not limited to gait training, balance exercises,
    transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities. (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS)
  • Deliver dynamic, safe and therapeutically beneficial exercise classes for groups of residents
  • Set up and prepare equipment and clean up after residents' treatments
  • Ensure that the resident gym and treatment areas are safe and tidy
  • Maintain regular ongoing communication with the physiotherapist regarding any changes or concerns about a resident's status or treatment interventions
  • Record daily treatments using Seniors Wellness' proprietary, web-based system

Qualifications:

  • PTA/OTA diploma, degree in Kinesiology or a similar healthcare background
  • Previous experience within an LTC setting an asset.
  • A valid Vulnerable Sector screening check (within 6 months)
  • Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance

Lifemark Seniors Wellness is one of the largest rehabilitation focused companies dedicated to providing therapy solutions for seniors. With over 30 years of experience, we are a preferred partner of more than 185 LTC homes, 55 retirement communities and provide over 180 senior dwellings with physiotherapy, occupational therapy and therapeutic group exercise programming. As Canada's largest physiotherapy company, our purpose is: Movement to a better life. For our staff, the Lifemark difference is based on 4 pillars: We foster innovative thinking; assist with career development; we support personal health and wellness; and devoted to making a real impact in the communities that we live and work in.

Apply today! Visit www.lifemark.ca for more information.

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca

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