Job Description
The rehab assistant will be responsible for assisting patients who have been discharged from hospital or who are living at home, with various illnesses, impairments and injuries. The rehab assistant will provide treatment to patients under the direction of the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist. Treatment programs may include but are not limited to walking programs, transfer training, strengthening and endurance training, cognitive rehab, ADL programs and pool therapy.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities may include some or all of the following depending on work assignment:
• Implements rehabilitation program with the client as directed by the Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist
• Promotes maximum independence of the client in the home, in the community, and at work to support re-integration into the community
• Implements exercise programs as directed
• Implements behavioral interventions with the client as directed
• Facilitates and supervises activities of daily living as directed
• Facilitates and implements social re-integration as directed
• Facilitates and implements educational and vocational re-integration as directed
• Facilitates and implements cognitive therapy programs as directed
• Promotes and implements leisure activities as directed
• Attends case conferences and team meetings as required
• Drives client as directed (with valid insurance coverage)
• Understands and implements infection prevention practice
• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities
• Adheres to Bayshore Policies and Procedures
• Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System
• Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel
• Completes other tasks as requested
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Rehab Assistant reports to the Director Therapy & Rehabilitation, Manager of Rehab or designate as appropriate.
Job Qualification
Education
Completion of a recognized Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Rehabilitation Assistant College Program. Will also consider a university degree in Kinesiology or similar degree in health care.
Experience
OTA/PTA education is an asset, job experience specific to acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury and musculoskeletal injuries, WSIB and auto insurance is an asset.
Other Skills and Abilities
Enjoy dealing with people and working in a fast-paced customer service environment. Strong communication (oral and written) and customer service skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent manner. Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team. Ability to be self-directed and take direction. Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and proficiency with secure email. Commitment to continual learning. Valid driver’s license.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
The Rehab Assistant must demonstrate ongoing competency in completing all duties and responsibilities of this job description, in response to changes by the regulating body, as well as agreed upon specific goals and objectives.
PERFORMANCE REVIEW
Performance will be reviewed on an ongoing basis with a formal review if required. Input will be sought from employees and consultants at the branch and National Service Centre as applicable.
Rehab Assistant • Toronto, ON
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