Rehab Therapy Assistant — Interprofessional Care & Growth

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike storage

On-site fitness centre

Wellness perks

Job summary

Alberta Health Services at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, AB, is seeking a Therapy Assistant to work within Rehabilitation Services. You will collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, recreation therapists, and speech‑language pathologists to provide hands‑on rehabilitation for diverse patient populations.

The role emphasizes patient‑centered care, teamwork, and continuous learning, with emphasis on safety and professional development in a teaching hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited PTA/OTA program or equivalent training may be considered.
• Two year diploma required from PTA/OTA program.
• Experience in an adult in-patient acute care setting recommended.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interprofessional team to provide rehabilitation services.
• Deliver direct and indirect client care across the rehabilitation continuum.
• Contribute to quality improvement and program planning.

Skills

Communication skills

CPR certification

Microsoft Office

Reliability/attendance

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in PTA/OTA program

Tools

Connect Care

Excel

Job description

Alberta Health Services at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton, AB, is seeking a Therapy Assistant to work within Rehabilitation Services. You will collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, recreation therapists, and speech‑language pathologists to provide hands‑on rehabilitation for diverse patient populations.

The role emphasizes patient‑centered care, teamwork, and continuous learning, with emphasis on safety and professional development in a teaching hospital setting.