Rehabilitation Assistant

Island Health; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Courtenay is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to implement rehabilitation treatment plans and assist therapists. The role involves monitoring and evaluating patient progression. Candidates should have completed a relevant program and demonstrate effective communication and organizational skills. This position prioritizes patient safety and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Implement rehabilitation treatment plans and programs.
• Assist the therapist in monitoring and evaluating patients/residents progression.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of a therapist such as a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, and/or Speech Language Pathologist, the Rehabilitation Assistant implements rehabilitation treatment plans and programs, and assists the therapist in monitoring and evaluating patients/residents progression.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD1520.pdf