Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Assistant
5 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant to join our team at Nova Scotia Health. As an active member of the patient care team, you will work with individuals, families, and groups to promote movement, occupation, and function.
Under the direction of the Manager, and under the supervision of therapists, you will be responsible for the safe and proficient delivery of interventions assigned by the therapists for patients coping with limitations in movement and daily function.
You will also be responsible for checking and cleaning equipment, maintaining treatment and storage areas, and ordering necessary supplies. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.
Required Skills and Qualifications- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., physiotherapy, occupational therapy)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with team members
- Organizational ability to complete assigned work and manage changing staffing and caseload levels
- Knowledge of proper body mechanics
- Demonstrate basic computer skills
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
- Access to reliable transportation
This is a long-assignment, full-time position offering 75 hours bi-weekly. Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package, including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. The estimated salary range for this position is $22.84 - $25.95 per hour.
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