Rehabilitation Assistant

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health Authority is hiring a relief Rehabilitation Assistant for the Penticton Regional Hospital. This role involves working under the guidance of physiotherapy staff to implement patient rehabilitation plans, contributing to a team focused on patient care in a community-oriented setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance initiatives

Culturally diverse work environment

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operational procedures in rehabilitation settings.
• Ability to work under the direction of healthcare professionals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out rehabilitative treatment plans.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progression.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Patient Monitoring

Assessment Skills

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring for a relief (temporary) Rehabilitation Assistant at the Penticton Regional Hospital. This position is expected to run until March 31, 2026, or the return of the incumbent. This position works Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 15:30.

What We Offer

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About The Position

Under the clinical direction of a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist, the Rehabilitation Assistant functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team in meeting the needs of the client. The Rehabilitation Assistant carries out rehabilitative treatment plans and programs and assists the therapist in monitoring and evaluating patients/residents’ progression.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location:

Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) is a referral centre for three community hospitals and one diagnostic centre in the South Okanagan. Our Emergency department sees upwards of 36k visits and we have 129 acute beds and 102 extended care beds and offer a full range of health services to the community.

Penticton has one of the best year-round climates in Canada, where you can enjoy two beautiful lakes, acres of parks, and wilderness trails on the local mountains. Penticton's population is approximately 33,000 and offers small town charm with bigger city amenities. Live work and play where others only vacation!