Rehabilitation Assistant - Medical Rehabilitation Services - Casual on Call

Yukon Hospital•Whitehorse, YT

2d•CA$36 - CA$45•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Manager of Medical Rehabilitation Services and working with staff of the Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC) and the general public, the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) assists Physiotherapists (PT), Occupational Therapists (OT), and Speech Language Therapists (SLP) in the rehabilitation of hospital patients. This position performs assigned tasks and treatments for hospital patients under the clinical direction of an OT, PT, or SLP.

Requirements

Therapy Assistant (OTA or PTA) diploma from an accredited Canadian program or a Kinesiology Degree with at least one year of experience working as a Rehabilitation Assistant.
Knowledge of general medical terminology and conditions
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Some knowledge of office procedures
Excellent judgment, problem solving and organizational skills
Time management skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated computer skills
Demonstrated ability to work directly with individual clients and groups
Ability to lead individual and group rehab programs under the direction of a rehab professional
Ability to display tact, patience and understanding to patients/clients
Ability to work with and motivate people from various ages, backgrounds and cultures
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Cross cultural awareness

Nice To Haves

Recent experience providing treatment under the direction of a physiotherapist/occupational therapist in a hospital setting
Experience ordering rehab equipment & supplies
Experience with mechanical checks and minor repairs of wheelchairs

Responsibilities

Performs assigned tasks and treatments for hospital patients under the clinical direction of an OT, PT, or SLP.
Schedule clients and keep accurate statistics.