Acute Care Therapy Assistant

5 days ago

Lethbridge AB, Lethbridge Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Alberta Health Services Full-time

Support acute care rehabilitation at Chinook Regional Hospital through therapy interventions, mobility programs, and collaborative patient care. Casual relief work includes varied day and weekend shifts.

As a Therapy Assistant, you will support Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy under professional direction. You will implement routine interventions, promote functional rehabilitation, and motivate clients within assigned protocols. The work includes direct and indirect client care across the health care continuum, serving all ages.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement routine interventions under Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy direction
  • Assist client lifts, transfers, mobility, and exercise programs
  • Support positioning and basic activities of daily living
  • Motivate clients participating in assigned therapy programs
  • Contribute to interdisciplinary rehabilitation service delivery

Requirements:

  • Diploma from an accredited rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program
  • Equivalent training may be considered
  • Good communication and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Acute care OT and PT experience is an asset

Apply therapy assistance, mobility, and communication skills while supporting patient-centred rehabilitation with Allied Health professionals at Chinook Regional Hospital.

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