Saint John Occupational / Physiotherapy Assistant (3029) PCN 1256011

Job summary

Assist therapists with treatment and rehabilitation plans, carry out established rehabilitation programs, and monitor and report on patient progress. Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, work areas, and records, and participate in student placements.

Job details

Job Purpose The Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant is responsible for assisting with therapeutic treatment plans and rehabilitation under the supervision of a therapist. Qualifications High school graduation and completion of a rehabilitation program of at least one year duration or equivalent. Ability to attend work on a regular basis. Ability to perform the duties of the position. Good work record Key Responsibilities The Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant is responsible for: Assisting a therapist with providing therapy Performing established rehabilitation programs and monitoring and reporting on progress Preparing and cleaning equipment, supplies and work areas Maintaining records and documentation Ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment Participating with student placements Competencies Identified By Horizon Health Network Communication Flexibility Interpersonal Relations Patient/Client Focus Planning and Prioritizing Work Results Orientation Teamwork and Collaboration Interested? Apply Today! Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications. About Horizon’s Recruitment Process We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes. Diversity Statement Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

What you’ll do

Assist therapists with treatment and rehabilitation plans, carry out established rehabilitation programs, and monitor and report on patient progress. Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, work areas, and records, and participate in student placements.

Requirements

Requires high school graduation and completion of a rehabilitation program lasting at least one year, or equivalent. Candidates must be able to attend work regularly and perform the duties of the position, and have a good work record.

Listed skills

• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Therapeutic Treatment Assistance
• Rehabilitation Program Delivery
• Progress Monitoring
• Progress Reporting
• Equipment Preparation
• Equipment Cleaning
• Recordkeeping
• Documentation
• Supply Management
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Job areas

• Healthcare

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