Rehabilitation Assistant - (223462)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare authority in Victoria, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to implement therapeutic and recreational activities aimed at improving patient functioning. The ideal candidate will have completed a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Responsibilities include transporting patients and monitoring their progress during therapy sessions. This position is critical to maintaining the quality of care and safety for patients and residents.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out individual and group therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Report observations on the progress of patients and residents.
• Transport patients and residents to treatment areas.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Physical ability to perform job duties

Ability to operate related equipment

Organizational skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Ability to teach

Education

Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff 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.

Reports to the Manager or designate. Under the general direction of the treating Staff Therapist, carries out individual and group therapeutic, recreational, and physical activities to improve and maintain the functional abilities of patients and residents. Performs related functions such as providing direction to volunteers during activity programs, transporting patients and residents to and from treatment or activity area, and reporting observations on progress to Therapist.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

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

Skills And Abilities

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