Rehabilitation Assistant (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)
Top Benefits
About the role
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $30.96/Hr. - CAD $30.96/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Rehabilitation Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Relocation Assistance may be available. Apply today to speak to a. Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Rehabilitation Services team at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team! Lions Gate Hospital (LGH) is one of the 4 busiest hospitals in Vancouver, and one of only five Neurosurgery centers in British Columbia. LGH is located in North Vancouver which is internationally known for hiking and skiing trails in the forested mountains.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant with VCH you will:
- Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, and the practice supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators.
- Work under the direction of designated occupational therapist and physiotherapist, in coordination with the other interdisciplinary team members, to carry out established rehabilitative activities in both occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy (PT) scope of practices.
- Receive assignments and implement lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans.
- Demonstrate and teach activities.
- Adapt devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence.
- Provide functional direction to patient/client/residents and family, and assist with practicing daily living skills.
- Report relevant observations of patient/client/resident... (truncated for brevity)
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 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.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a... (truncated for brevity)
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Grow your career with 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
About Vancouver Coastal Health
Join a team connected by collaboration, support and most importantly, the goal of providing quality patient care. We value career growth with employer-supported training, encourage a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and strive to create a supportive team environment. To learn more, visit vch.ca/careers
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VCHhealthcare/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/VCHhealthcare YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@VCHhealthcare Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vchhealthcare/
Rehabilitation Assistant (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)
Top Benefits
About the role
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $30.96/Hr. - CAD $30.96/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Rehabilitation Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Relocation Assistance may be available. Apply today to speak to a. Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Rehabilitation Services team at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team! Lions Gate Hospital (LGH) is one of the 4 busiest hospitals in Vancouver, and one of only five Neurosurgery centers in British Columbia. LGH is located in North Vancouver which is internationally known for hiking and skiing trails in the forested mountains.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant with VCH you will:
- Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, and the practice supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators.
- Work under the direction of designated occupational therapist and physiotherapist, in coordination with the other interdisciplinary team members, to carry out established rehabilitative activities in both occupational therapy (OT) and physiotherapy (PT) scope of practices.
- Receive assignments and implement lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans.
- Demonstrate and teach activities.
- Adapt devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence.
- Provide functional direction to patient/client/residents and family, and assist with practicing daily living skills.
- Report relevant observations of patient/client/resident... (truncated for brevity)
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- 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.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH? VCH is a... (truncated for brevity)
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
- Grow your career with 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
About Vancouver Coastal Health
Join a team connected by collaboration, support and most importantly, the goal of providing quality patient care. We value career growth with employer-supported training, encourage a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and strive to create a supportive team environment. To learn more, visit vch.ca/careers
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/VCHhealthcare/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/VCHhealthcare YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@VCHhealthcare Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vchhealthcare/