Rehabilitation Assistant

Island Health

  • Saanich, BC Victoria, BC
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 24 days ago
Close DateAug. 18 2025LocationSaanich Peninsula Hospital - Victoria, BC V8M 2B2 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementNo travel requiredShift Start Time/End Time0800-1515Days OffWeekend/Stats, FridayVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$30.96 - $30.96Paid FTE0.76Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS54Planned Start DateAug. 11 2025Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Apr. 16 2026Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reports to the Manager or designate. Under the general direction of the treating Staff Therapist, carries out individual and group therapeutic, recreational, and physical activities to improve and maintain the functional abilities of patients and residents. Performs related functions such as providing direction to volunteers during activity programs, transporting patients and residents to and from treatment or activity area, and reporting observations on progress to Therapist.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceCompletion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Skills And Abilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to operate related equipment.
  • Ability to organize work.
  • Ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Ability to teach.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsSPH: Come join our vibrant interdisciplinary acute care team! We provide complex acute rehab services to a broad variety of medical/surgical/neurological patients in this smaller but very active regional hospital. Thorough orientation and practice support are available as well as a seasoned OT/PT and RA team to help with your transition. Any questions? Call Coordinator Risa Greenwood at 250-589-8729 or email risa.greenwood@islandhealth.caAdditional ClausesFBA: This temporary position may be extended or ended at the discretion of the hiring manager based on the departmental requirements.

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