Fredericton Occupational / Physiotherapy Assistant (3029) PCN 1155901

Horizon Health Network; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Health Network is seeking an Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant to help provide therapy and assist in rehabilitation plans. This role involves direct support to therapists and requires a relevant educational background. Join a diverse and inclusive environment focused on quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a rehabilitation program or equivalent.
• Ability to perform job duties regularly.

Responsibilities

• Assist a therapist with providing therapy.
• Perform established rehabilitation programs and report on progress.
• Prepare and clean equipment and work areas.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Interpersonal Relations

Patient/Client Focus

Planning and Prioritizing Work

Results Orientation

Teamwork and Collaboration

Education

High school graduation and completion of a rehabilitation program of at least one year

Job description

Job Purpose

The Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant is responsible for assisting with therapeutic treatment plans and rehabilitation under the supervision of a therapist.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and completion of a rehabilitation program of at least one year duration or equivalent.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record
  
  

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant is responsible for:

• Assisting a therapist with providing therapy
• Performing established rehabilitation programs and monitoring and reporting on progress
• Preparing and cleaning equipment, supplies and work areas
• Maintaining records and documentation
• Ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment
• Participating with student placements
  
  

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK

• Communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
  
  

Interested? Apply Today!

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

About Horizon’s Recruitment Process

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.