Rehabilitation Assistant | Acute

Interior Health Authority; Penticton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization in a full-time Rehabilitation Assistant role at a renowned hospital. This position offers the opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive environment, contributing to the rehabilitation journey of patients. Enjoy a consistent schedule and the benefits of a unionized role, while being part of a team that values well-being and work-life balance. Located in the beautiful Penticton, you will experience a vibrant community with stunning natural surroundings. This is an exciting chance to make a positive impact in the lives of others while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Reimbursement for eligible moving expenses

Vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits

Employee wellness & family assistance services

Employer-matched contributions to pension plan

Education and development opportunities

Consistent schedule in a Unionized role

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out rehabilitative treatment plans and programs.
• Monitor and evaluate patients/residents’ progression.

Job description

Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) has an immediate relief full-time Rehabilitation Assistant opening. This position will provide coverage until March 2026 or the return of the incumbent. Inpatient psychiatry coverage including group facilitation. Days of work are Monday to Friday from 8:00am – 4:00pm.

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.

• Reimbursement for eligible moving expenses
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits for you and your eligible dependents
• Employee wellness & family assistance services
• Employer-matched contributions to our defined benefit pension plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability of a Unionized role

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 The Position

Rehabilitation Assistants play a crucial part in carrying out rehabilitative treatment plans and programs and assisting therapists in monitoring and evaluating patients/residents’ progression. Operation within a client-centered approach and as an essential member of the rehabilitation team, you make a substantial contribution to the impact on progression of patient/resident needs and their rehabilitation journey.

About this location

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!