Physiotherapy Assistant in Powell River

Come work as a Physiotherapy Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) at qathet General Hospital in Powell River, BC. Within the context of a patient/client/resident and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, this position functions under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, practice supervision of the Physiotherapy Practice Coordinator, and the work direction of the designated physiotherapist in coordination with other interdisciplinary team members to carry out established rehabilitative activities within the physiotherapy (PT) scope of practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Receiving assignments and implementing lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of PT care plans.
• Demonstrating and teaching activities.
• Adapting devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for mobility and independence.
• Providing functional direction to patients/clients/residents and family.
• Assisting/practicing daily living skills.
• Reporting relevant observations of patient/client/resident progress and behaviours.
• Providing direction to volunteers.
• Organizing and cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Maintaining established inventory of supplies.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported.