Rehabilitation Assistant (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)

Vancouver Coastal Health • Richmond, BC

13d • CA$33 - CA$33

About The Position

Come work as a Rehabilitation Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Apply today to speak to a Talent Acquisition Advisor!Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Rehabilitation Services team at Richmond Hospital in BC.
Located in the mouth of the Fraser River, the city of Richmond offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and rural tranquility. A cosmopolitan population, proximity to all kinds of transportation options, sunny weather and endless riverside walking paths make Richmond a marvelous place to live, work and play.
When you join our multidisciplinary team, you’ll find plenty of ongoing educational opportunities and in-house specialty training to help you advance your career – all that, and an attractive location, just minutes from downtown Vancouver and close to the U.S. border. Apply today to join our team
As a Rehabilitation Assistant with VCH you will:
Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, and the practice supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators.
Work under the direction of designated occupational therapist and physiotherapist, in coordination with the other interdisciplinary team members, to carry out established rehabilitative activities in both occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy (PT) scope of practices.
Receive assignments and implement lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans.
Demonstrate and teach activities.
Adapt devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence.
Provide functional direction to patient/client/residents and family, and assist with practicing daily living skills.
Report relevant observations of patient/client/resident progress and behaviours.
Provide direction to volunteers, organize and clean equipment and supplies for activities, and maintain established inventory of supplies.

Requirements

• Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, and the practice supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators.
• Work under the direction of designated occupational therapist and physiotherapist, in coordination with the other interdisciplinary team members, to carry out established rehabilitative activities in both occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy (PT) scope of practices.
• Receive assignments and implement lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans.
• Demonstrate and teach activities.
• Adapt devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence.
• Provide functional direction to patient/client/residents and family, and assist with practicing daily living skills.
• Report relevant observations of patient/client/resident progress and behaviours.
• Provide direction to volunteers, organize and clean equipment and supplies for activities, and maintain established inventory of supplies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees