Rehabilitation Attendant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Rehabilitation Attendant. You will support patients at Riverview Health Centre, following treatment programs and ensuring quality care. Ideal candidates will have relevant training and strong interpersonal skills. This role emphasizes a commitment to patient confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• Current experience providing attendant services in rehabilitation an asset.
• Knowledge of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and Workplace Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in accordance with predetermined treatment programs for patients/residents.
• Demonstrate commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Skills

Knowledge of basic principles, techniques and procedures related to Rehabilitation Attendant duties

Ability to express ideas and thoughts in English

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Education

Grade 12

Certificate or diploma from a recognized Rehabilitation Attendant training program

Job description

Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region! Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care.

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Health Services and in accordance with directions provided by the partnering therapist, the Rehabilitation Attendant performs a variety of duties in accordance with predetermined treatment programs for patients/residents at Riverview Health Centre. The rehabilitation attendant demonstrates a commitment to the mission, vision, values, goals and objectives of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and Riverview Health Centre.

Experience

• Current experience providing attendant services in rehabilitation an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12.
• Certificate or diploma from a recognized Rehabilitation Attendant training program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of basic principles, techniques and procedures related to Rehabilitation Attendant duties.
• Knowledge of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices and other relevant Workplace Safety and Health requirements/responsibilities.
• Knowledge of regional, site and work area policies and procedures.
• Ability to express ideas and thoughts in English both verbally and in written format.
• Ability to listen and comprehend effectively.
• Ability to select and use appropriate communication methods pertinent to the situation.
• Ability to follow directions, demonstrate critical thinking abilities and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to work safely without injury to self, to patients/residents, or to other staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients/residents, family members and coworkers.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services.

Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.

Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

About the company

The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority is the governing body for healthcare regulation for the City of Winnipeg, the northern community of Churchill, and the Rural Municipalities of East and West St.