Rehabilitation Assistant

Requisition ID: 367349 Position Number: 20046647 Posting End Date: October 4, 2024 City: Winnipeg Employer: Misericordia Health Centre Site: Misericordia Health Centre Department / Unit: Physiotherapy - MHC Job Stream: Clinical Union: CUPE Anticipated Start Date: ASAP FTE: Casual Anticipated Shift: Days;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $21.095 , $21.729 , $22.380 , $23.050 , $23.743 , $24.456 , $25.190 Grow your career in the Winnipeg Health Region Our team provides a spectrum of health care services through an integrated network of sites, services and organizations. We’re united by a shared commitment to excellent and equitable health care. Position Overview Under the direction of the staff Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists assists with patient care. Performs reception and housekeeping duties in the department as assigned. Experience Must have experience working in direct patient care environment. One (1) year of recent directly related experience as a Rehabilitation Assistant is required. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Minimum Grade XII with a certificate or diploma from a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant program. A combination of education and experience may be considered. Demonstrate proficiency in computer use with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and web-based software. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy. Certification/Licensure/Registration Not Applicable Qualifications and Skills Works within the Centre’s core values, philosophy, vision, C.Q.I. goals, policies and procedures. Ability to work well in a team environment. Ability to organize and prioritize workload. Effective written and verbal communication skills with patients, therapists and other health care personnel. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. Enhances patient experience as identified and supported within the MHC Strategic Plan. Commitment to quality control and quality assurance in all service provision. Consistently demonstrate courtesy, compassion and respect for the client’s personal dignity and privacy, maintaining confidentiality of client, staff and Centre information. Ability to work under stressful situations and meet strict deadlines. Physical Requirements Must be in physical health and be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting. Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with clients. Must be able to safely transfer clients who may have limited or no weight bearing capabilities. Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination or dexterity, strength and endurance to perform the complete spectrum of job functions. May be exposed to dust, grease, oil, infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services. Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment. Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Location: Winnipeg region, CA

Posted Date: 9/28/2024