Rehabilitation Assistant – Nursing, OT, PT

Fraser Health; Port Moody; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A dynamic healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join their team at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody, B.C. In this part-time role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives by assisting them in regaining their independence through rehabilitative care. You will work closely with a professional team, implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient progress. With exceptional benefits including employer-paid coverage, generous vacation time, and immediate pension enrollment, this position offers a supportive environment for your career growth. If you are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Benefits

Generous Vacation Time

Benefit Portability

Immediate Pension Enrollment

Maternity Top-Up

TransLink Pass Subsidy

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or equivalent education.
• Ability to communicate effectively and deal with others.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the direction of nursing and therapists.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the care team.

Skills

Effective Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Physical Ability

Organizational Skills

Equipment Operation

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Tools

Therapeutic Treatment Modalities

Assistive Devices

Job description

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $30.96 - $30.96 / hour
Job Summary

Are you a dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives? Are you ready to help patients regain their independence? Join our dynamic team at Eagle Ridge Hospital in Port Moody, B.C., where you’ll play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients.

We are currently looking to fill a Part Time opportunity for a Rehabilitation Assistant at Eagle Ridge Hospital located in Port Moody, BC.

Experience the exceptional benefits of working with us including:

• Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with full coverage.
• Generous Vacation Time: eligible employees can earn up to four weeks of vacation to recharge and relax.
• Benefit Portability: Seamlessly transfer your benefits from another HEABC employer.
• Immediate Pension Enrollment: Secure your future with a defined municipal pension plan from day one.
• Maternity Top-Up: Receive an 87% top-up during maternity leave.
• TransLink Pass Subsidy: Save on commuting costs with a 50% subsidy on TransLink passes.

*Eligibility based on employment status

Detailed Overview

In accordance with the Mission and Values of Fraser Health, the Rehabilitation Assistant works under the direction of a professional nurse (Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist) in cooperation with the interprofessional care team, and following established care plans and person-centered care. The Rehabilitation Assistant implements treatment plans under an assignment of task by PT or OT, or under the direction of nursing, and assists in monitoring patient progress through observation and reporting to appropriate team member.

Responsibilities

1. Carries out designated components of a rehabilitative treatment plan under an assignment of task by a physiotherapist or occupational therapist, such as activities of daily living, mobility, and strengthening and balancing exercises.
2. Carries out designated components of the treatment plan related to mobility under the direction of nursing.
3. Observes and reports to appropriate team member cognitive and functional changes in patient ability or behaviour that may warrant a progression or regression of the treatment plan; progresses treatment plan within the parameters established by the nurse or therapist; documents for the health record according to established procedures.
4. As part of a multidisciplinary team and in consultation with the nurse and/or therapist, provides input into the planning, implementation, modification, and evaluation of the treatment plan.
5. Performs various tests as assigned by PT or OT such as Berg Balance, Timed Up and Go (TUG), and six-minute walk test. Records and reports relevant data for interpretation by the therapist.
6. Prepares and applies therapeutic treatment modalities as assigned by PT or OT such as transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS), neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES), hot packs, ice, and wax treatments.
7. Provides functional skills training to patients and families in activities of daily living, mobility and communication; demonstrates the use of assistive devices as assigned by PT or OT. Assists with power and manual wheelchair mobility training.
8. Provides training to patients and families in mobility and demonstrates the use of assistive devices directed by nursing.
9. Assists PT or OT in the fabrication and modifications of splints, seating and exercise devices, mobility and assistive devices. Sets up and adapts equipment such as changing wheelchair backs and adjusting wheelchair height.
10. Maintains therapy equipment and supplies by methods such as cleaning equipment and maintaining inventories; provides input regarding purchase of new equipment and supplies, general maintenance and repair of equipment.
11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education 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.