Req ID: 224812Location: WesternZone,Valley Regional HospitalDepartment: OPWZ Rehab Physiotherapy VRHType of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1Union: CUPEHealthcarePositionPosting Closing Date: 12-Aug-26About the OpportunityUnder the direction of the Manager, and under the supervision of therapists, the Rehabilitation Assistant, as an active member of the patient care team, works with individuals, families and groups to help educate and promote movement, occupation, and function. Working collaboratively with their team, the Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for the safe and proficient delivery of interventions that have been assigned by the therapists for patients coping with limitations in movement and daily function. The Rehabilitation Assistant also checks and cleans equipment, maintains treatment and storage areas and may order necessary supplies. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.About YouGrade 12 or GEDRehabilitation Assistant Program (which includes both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy components)Basic Cardiac Life SupportAbility to communicate well with both patients and their families and staffGood interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with team membersOrganizational ability to complete assigned work and manage changing staffing and caseload levelsKnowledge of proper body mechanicsDemonstrate basic computer skillsCompetencies in other languages an asset, French preferredAccess to reliable transportationHoursLong assignment,



full time position; 75 hours biweeklyApproximately an 18 month assignmentCompensation and Benefits$25.83 - $30.84 HourlySuccessful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.What You'll Love About Nova Scotia HealthNova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work‐life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.This is a Healthcare bargaining unitposition. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Job Segment: Rehabilitation, Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Healthcare #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Rehabilitation Assistant - Rehabilitation Services (Toronto)
🏢 Nova Scotia Health Authority
📍 Toronto