Rehabilitation Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant to join their multidisciplinary team. This role emphasizes patient safety and quality improvement, where you will assist clients in reaching their rehabilitation goals through effective communication and collaborative efforts. The position requires a combination of education and practical experience, along with the physical ability to perform various duties. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a supportive team environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in achieving rehabilitation goals under supervision.
• Implement assigned rehabilitative activities and treatment interventions.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: No

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Days Off: Rotating

Vacancy Type: Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $30.96 - $30.96

Paid FTE: 1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: 75

Planned Start Date: Jan. 13 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Dec. 31 2025

Pending Return of Incumbent: Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Yes

Job Description

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

Under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or Speech/Language Pathologist, and as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary health care team, the Rehabilitation Assistant assists patients/clients to achieve their rehabilitation goals through the implementation of assigned rehabilitative activities and/or treatment interventions.

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.