Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Rehabilitation Assistant to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will support rehabilitation professionals in delivering high-quality care to residents to help them maintain mobility, strength and independence.

Responsibilities

Rehabilitation Activities

Assesses and identifies the rehabilitation needs of the residents. Assists in development of treatment plans to meet resident's needs such as positioning, mobilizing, feeding and hearing. Implements and participates in personalized rehabilitation programs in collaboration with health care professionals, to enhance and maintain resident's autonomy. Completes and carries our requisitions of health care professionals. Communicates and provides guidance to staff pertaining to the rehabilitation programs regarding hearing, mobilization, positioning and feeding of residents. Modifies and adapts individual treatments in accordance with resident's status as established by health care professionals. Documents and communicates with health care professionals regarding treatment provided to residents. Communicates progress with residents and/or families regarding treatment provided to residents. Communicates progress with residents and/or families regarding rehabilitation programs.
Administrative Duties

Maintains inventory and an identification system for equipment related to rehabilitation program. Maintain rehabilitation equipment. Communicates with suppliers to obtain quotes regarding rehabilitation equipment. Participates in meetings such multidisciplinary team and quality program, by providing information and ensuring follow-up of recommendations.

Qualifications

Highschool Graduation or Equivalent plus an additional program of one year. Successful completion of rehabilitation specific program (Up to two years in rehabilitation at NBCC or equivalent). Experience with Geriatrics considered an asset.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person