Therapy Assistant – Acute Care Rehab Support

Alberta Health Services; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Therapy Assistant to provide safe and effective patient treatment interventions under the supervision of Occupational & Physiotherapists in Acute Care at Red Deer Regional Hospital.

The role involves assisting in exercise and mobility programs, ADL training, therapeutic transfers, and maintenance of equipment. You may also handle scheduling, ordering supplies, and preparing treatment areas, working as part of an interprofessional team.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Therapy Assistant program completed from an accredited post-secondary institution.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe and effective patient treatment interventions under the direction of Occupational & Physiotherapists in Acute Care.
• Assist with exercise and mobility programs, ADL training, and transfers as needed.
• Schedule appointments and assist with equipment ordering, inventory, and treatment area preparation.

Education

Diploma in Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Alberta Health Services is seeking a Therapy Assistant to provide safe and effective patient treatment interventions under the supervision of Occupational & Physiotherapists in Acute Care at Red Deer Regional Hospital.

The role involves assisting in exercise and mobility programs, ADL training, therapeutic transfers, and maintenance of equipment. You may also handle scheduling, ordering supplies, and preparing treatment areas, working as part of an interprofessional team.