Rehabilitation Assistant - OT, PT, & Orthopedic Technology Services

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant for in-person patient care duties. The role requires a high school education and completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program. Responsibilities include supporting therapists while providing direct and indirect patient care activities. Ideal candidates will be equipped with basic computer skills and strong interpersonal abilities.

Qualifications

• High school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant Program is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities.
• Delegated and supervised by the responsible Therapist.
• Ensures safe patient handling and care.

Skills

Indigenous language competence

Basic computer skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Completion of recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

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Rehabilitation Assistant - OT, PT, & Orthopedic Technology Services

Requisition ID: 383194

PositionNumber: 20009102

Posting End Date: June 23, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: Physiotherapy - Rehabilitation

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: CUPE

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 06/23/2025 - Indefinite

Reason for Term: Other Leave

FTE: 1.00

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Performs direct and indirect patient care activities and non-patient care activities that are delegated and supervised by the Therapist responsible for the care of the patient(s).

Experience

• Previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant Program (not limited to but including the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology Rehabilitation Assistant Program) required.

For Positions Dedicated to a Physiotherapy-Specific Org Unit:

• Consideration may be given to individuals who are in the process of attaining an academic degree in Physiotherapy (PT) or those who have attained academic standing in PT and are eligible for licensure.
• This consideration does not pertain to Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, or known Multi-disciplinary services areas (i.e. Acute Stroke Unit).

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Computer literacy as appropriate to the setting.
• Must be proficient in both oral and written English communication.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with people in a variety of settings.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with patients.
• Must be capable of bending, stretching and lifting while performing patient care and non patient care duties.
• Must be able to safely transfer large and/or heavy patients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities.
• Must demonstrate adequate strength, motor coordination, agility and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques, manipulation of therapeutic activities and use of tools and machinery as necessary.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress.
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/ visitors/ staff.
• May be required to occasionally work extended hours.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including weekends.
  

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

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This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.