Rehabilitation Assistant - Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services

Résumé du poste

The Rehabilitation Assistant works under the direction of therapists to deliver patient care, including movement, occupation, and functional interventions. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and collaborating with the care team to support patient needs.

Détails du poste

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 226305Location: Central Zone, Abbie J. Lane Memorial Building - QEII Department: OPCZ Senior's PortableType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 29-Sep-26About the Opportunity The Rehabilitation Assistant works under the direction of the Manager, and supervision of the Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist. The Rehabilitation Assistant works as an active member of the patient care team, with individuals, care partners and groups to help educate and promote movement, occupation, and function. Working collaboratively with their team, the Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for the safe and proficient delivery of activities, interventions, and education that have been assigned by the therapists for patients/clients experiencing limitations in movement and daily function. The Rehabilitation Assistant also checks and cleans equipment, maintains treatment and storage areas and may order necessary supplies. Services provided will be assigned based on clinical needs between the units of 9-Lane, Abby J Lane Building (Palliative Care) and V3 East (Orthopedic Geriatric Rehab/Acute Care for the Elderly) in the Veterans Memorial Building. Familiarity with patient populations and needs are preferred. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Graduation from a recognized Community College Rehabilitation Assistant program OR Completion of a recognized combined Occupational Therapy (OTA) and Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) College programs required. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) training or requirement to complete training within first three (3) months of employment. Basic computer skills required. Knowledge of Medical Terminology an asset. Experience working with varied patient populations considered an asset. Knowledge of proper body mechanics required. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to complete assigned work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with team members, patients and their care partners. Previous experience working with Geriatric populations an asset. Previous experience working with Frailty and Dementia an asset. Previous experience working with patients/clients with physical and/or cognitive impairments an asset. Previous experience with wheelchair fitting and modifications an asset. Experience providing active and passive range of motion and exercise programs. Experience with transfer training. Competencies in other languages considered an asset, French preferred. Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Shifts may include days, weekends, and holidays Compensation and Benefits $25.84 - $30.85 Hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

Ce que vous ferez

The Rehabilitation Assistant works under the direction of therapists to deliver patient care, including movement, occupation, and functional interventions. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and collaborating with the care team to support patient needs.

Exigences

Candidates must have graduated from a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant or combined OTA/PTA program. Proficiency in basic computer skills and knowledge of proper body mechanics are required, with BCLS training needed within three months of hire.

Avantages

• Health insurance • Dental insurance • Travel insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Defined benefit pension plan

Compétences indiquées

• Soins cliniques · Souhaitée
• Geriatric Care · Souhaitée
• Communication Skills · Souhaitée
• Dementia care · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Rehabilitation assistance
• Physiotherapy support
• Occupational therapy support
• Patient care
• Medical terminology
• Body mechanics
• Range of motion exercises
• Transfer training
• Wheelchair fitting
• Geriatric care
• Dementia care
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Basic cardiac life support
• Computer skills
• Exercise Programs
• Dementia
• Medical Frailty
• Proper Body Mechanics
• Organizational Skills
• Orthopedics
• Physical Therapy
• Acute Care
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Disabilities
• Occupational Therapy
• French Language
• Geriatrics
• Geriatric Rehabilitation
• Innovation
• Medical Terminology
• Rehabilitation
• Palliative Care

Domaines d’emploi

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Rehabilitation Assistant
• Occupational Therapy Aide
• Physiotherapy Technicians and Assistants
• Occupational Therapy Aides