Rehabilitation Assistant

Position Overview

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.

Experience

• Recent and related direct patient/resident/client care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• 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.
• 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.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employers policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to work within and respect the Employers core values policies and procedures.
• Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care independently with minimal supervision within the RAs scope of practice while efficiently collaborating as part of an inter-professional healthcare team.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients/residents/clients staff and employer information.
• 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.
• Adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.
• May be required to perform other duties and functions related to but not exceeding above stated skills and capabilities.

Physical Requirements

• 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 sites policy and procedure.
• May be required to occasionally work overtime hours.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including days evenings and weekends.