Physiotherapy Assistant (Rehabilitation Assistant) Job ID 2025-148442 City Vancouver Work Location Raven Song CHC Department Home Health Home Worksite 12 - Vancouver Community Labour Agreement Community Subsector Union 312 - Community CUPE (37.5 Hr) Position Type Baseline Job Status Regular Full-Time FTE 1.00 Standard Hours / Week 37.50 Job Category Patient Care Support Services Salary Grade 28 Min Hourly CAD $29.38/Hr. Max Hourly CAD $30.96/Hr. Shift Times 0830-1630 Days Off Saturday, Stats, Sunday Position Start Date As soon as possible Salary Details The salary range for this position is CAD $29.38/Hr. - CAD $30.96/Hr. Job Summary

Come work as a Physiotherapy Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)! Relocation Assistance may be available.

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Physiotherapy Assistant to join the Home Health team at Raven Song Community Health Centre in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!

 

As a Physiotherapy Assistant you will:

Function under the operational supervision of the Manager or Team Leader the practice supervision of the PT Practice Coordinator and the direction of a licensed designated physiotherapist to work as a member of the health care team.Provide assigned physical therapy therapeutic interventions.Assist in modification of PT care plans in order to enable clients to maximize potential for independence.Provide functional direction to client and family.Report relevant observations of client's condition and progress in writing or by utilizing basic computer literacy.Manage equipment safety and inventory.

About Home Health Programs:

 

Home Health programs provide a range of health care and support services to people living in the community who have acute, chronic, palliative or rehabilitative health care needs.

 

The Client Population:

 

Home Health clients typically have on-going health issues and/or complex personal and/or social issues, requiring care planning and coordination of appropriate resources. Clients include frail elderly, younger clients with disabilities, and adults with chronic illnesses requiring supports to maintain/promote independence. Raven Song serves the midtown area including Olympic Village, Mount Pleasant, Main Street and Riley Park neighbourhoods.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Completion of a recognized Diploma level Rehabilitation Assistant Program with Physical therapy components plus one (1) year's recent, related experience working with target population or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.Valid BC Driver’s License and access to a vehicle. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which mileage will be reimbursed.

Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Computer literacy skillsAbility to work collaboratively with others.Ability to operate related equipment.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.Ability to organize and prioritize work.Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients.Ability to analyze and solve problems.Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients.Ability to motivate clients and to encourage progression through therapeutic goalsDemonstrated ability to provide self-care instruction and education Closing Statement

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.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension planGrow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunitiesWellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate familiesAward-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteersAccess to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.


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Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.