Support patient rehabilitation through exercise programming and ADL training at Oak Valley Health across acute, subacute, and community services. Work collaboratively with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and interprofessional teams.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant, you will support quality patient care across acute care, subacute rehabilitation, and community-based stroke rehabilitation. Under clinical supervision, you will assist with physiotherapy and occupational therapy programs. Your work includes gait and balance training, exercise groups, modalities, ADL training, treatment programs, and assistive devices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out developed patient exercise programs under Physiotherapist supervision
- Provide gait, balance, and exercise group training
- Implement individual and group occupational therapy programs
- Design and make assistive devices supporting ADL and cognition
- Manage equipment, therapy spaces, and assigned administrative duties
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Canadian OTA or PTA program
- Related rehabilitation, physiotherapy, or occupational assistant experience
- Required Basic Life Support certification
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills
- Proficient computer and Microsoft Office skills
Bring rehabilitation support, exercise programming, ADL training, and teamwork to Oak Valley Health's patient-centred care services.
Rehabilitation Assistant Acute Care in Markham employer: Oak Valley Health
Oak Valley Health is an outstanding employer that prioritizes the well-being of its staff and the communities it serves. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and leadership development. Located in Ontario, this community healthcare organization offers unique opportunities to shape the future of patient care while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional health services.
