Rehabilitation Assistant

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Winnipeg, MB

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Under the direction of the applicable manager, and as delegated and supervised primarily by the Physiotherapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), and/or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) performs both direct and indirect patient/resident/client care activities as determined by the specific employer. Additionally, they may carry out administrative, clerical, light housekeeping tasks, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) program with a practicum component, or an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)/Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer’s policy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, with fluency in English and the ability to interact effectively in various settings.
• Consistently demonstrate compassion and respect for the personal dignity and well-being of all patients/residents/clients.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage assigned workload.
• Basic computer skills and literacy required, as appropriate to the setting.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with patients/residents/clients.
• Must be able to safely transfer patients/residents/clients who may have limited or no weight-bearing abilities, with or without the use of equipment, as appropriate.
• Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination or dexterity, agility, strength and endurance to perform the complete spectrum of job functions.
• Must be willing and able to work in an environment where exposure to dust, grease, oil, infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress is possible.
• May encounter aggressive and/or agitated patients/residents/clients and visitors. Training and ongoing support are provided to manage such situations.
• May be required to handle acute patient/client/resident care during emergent situations. Training and education concerning this will be provided upon orientation as determined by site’s policy and procedure.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Recent and related direct patient/resident/client care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Graduates of International Physiotherapy (PT) or Occupational Therapy (OT) programs, as well as students currently pursuing a Canadian university degree in PT or OT will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform both direct and indirect patient/resident/client care activities as determined by the specific employer.
• Carry out administrative, clerical, light housekeeping tasks, and other duties as assigned.
• Work within and respect the Employer’s core values, policies, and procedures.
• Provide direct and indirect patient care independently with minimal supervision, within the RA’s scope of practice, while efficiently collaborating as part of an inter-professional healthcare team.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients/residents/clients, staff, and employer information.
• Adhere to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.
• Perform other duties and functions related to, but not exceeding above stated skills and capabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED