Reactivation Worker

healthscie•Sudbury, ON

1d•CA$29 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment through engagement and interaction with the patients, and general observation of the unit. Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, Respiratory Care Unit.

Requirements

Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma in a related health care field, from an accredited college.
Current Certificate as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), or a Rehabilitation Assistant is required.
Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a health care environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of recovery and patient-centered approaches.
Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
Demonstrated ability to instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
Ability to travel between local sites.

Responsibilities

Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
Instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
Work collaboratively with the clinical team to best meet the unit or patient’s needs.
Implement and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups as directed by the therapist (e.g. receive and prepare patients for treatment, assist with treatment modalities, activities of daily living, walking program and transfers, communication skills, etc.).
Instruct the patient in the use of equipment, and adaptive devices as directed by the therapist.
Assist with patient referrals and/or patient scheduling in accordance with unit practices under the direction of the therapist.
Maintain an inventory of equipment, devices and materials; ensure cleanliness and tidiness of equipment and environment.
Maintain a safe environment by caring for equipment breakdowns, remove hazards, complete maintenance requisitions and notify therapist.
Document patient intervention in the health record as per unit requirements.
Report observation of patient’s behaviour, progress and concerns to the assigning therapist.
Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
Contribute to learner development by providing academic support, mentorship, preceptorship and supervision as required.
Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as required.