Rehabilitation Assistant (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)

Vancouver Coastal Health • North Vancouver, BC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This Rehabilitation Assistant position at Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is located at Lions Gate Hospital (LGH) in North Vancouver. LGH is one of the 4 busiest hospitals in Vancouver and a Neurosurgery center in British Columbia. The role functions under the operational supervision of the Program Manager and practice supervision of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators, working under the direction of designated occupational therapists and physiotherapists. VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, serving over one million BC residents. The organization values bold thinking, smart risks, and a patient/client/resident and family-centered care model. VCH is committed to equitable practices, diverse teams, and inclusive environments, encouraging applications from equity-deserving communities. It has been recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025.

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

• Receiving assignments and implementing lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans
• Demonstrating and teaching activities
• Adapting devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence
• Providing functional direction to patient/client/residents and family
• Assisting with practicing daily living skills
• Reporting relevant observations of patient/client/resident progress and behaviours
• Providing direction to volunteers
• Organizing and cleaning equipment and supplies for activities
• Maintaining established inventory of supplies

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees