Rehab Assistant, Bilingual, Regular Full Time - Ottawa, Canada - Home and Community Care Support Services Champlain

Home and Community Care Support Services Champlain

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Full time

Description

Home and Community Care Support Services Champlain is one of 14 Home and Community Care Support Services organizations in Ontario.

We are dedicated to ensuring our more than 64,000 patients annually receive the highest-quality health care and services at home.

Our patient-care coordination teams help develop care plans for people of most ages, focused on maintaining each patient's independence and dignity.

We also provide long-term care home placement services, and facilitate our patients' access to the community-based services they need.

Position Summary:

Under the general direction of the Manager, Home and Community Care and in accordance with HCCSS Champlain standards, legislation, policies and guidelines, the Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for providing therapy assistance and administrative support to Physiotherapy and/or Occupational Therapy staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

Direct Client Intervention

Implements treatment plan with patient under the direction of a registered therapist
Assists registered therapists with patient assessments and treatment programs, in accordance with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario (CPO) and the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) guidelines
Completes and maintains documentation regarding patient intervention in accordance with HCCSS Champlain policies and procedures and CPO/COTO guidelines
Meets with the registered therapist regularly to discuss patient treatment plan and progress
Researches assessment, diagnosis, and intervention tools/aids/materials to assist the registered therapist in delivering patient services
Carries out all duties in accordance with HCCSS Champlain policies and procedures and Guidelines for the Use of Supportive Personnel developed by CPO and COTO

Equipment and Supply Management

Maintains equipment and supplies on a regular basis by inspecting, cleaning, and sanitizing equipment used by clients and by scheduling equipment calibration/repairs with vendors
Installs assistive equipment, and constructs therapeutic tools/devices for intervention, as required by the therapist
Maintains organization of storage areas for therapy equipment and supplies to ensure that items are easily accessible
Monitors inventory levels, and orders equipment and supplies as necessary, to ensure a sufficient level of inventory is available

Administrative Support

Prepares and organizes materials, documents, and activities for patient intervention as requested by the therapist
Assists therapist with documentation as required
Creates and maintains patient files in accordance with HCCSS Champlain policies and procedures
Organizes, files, and maintains equipment catalogues and educational resources on a regular basis

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist Assistant program
Related rehabilitation and/or community care experience normally attained over a period of two years
Experience in Stroke and/or Neuro rehabilitation will be considered an asset

Knowledge:

Subject Matter Knowledge

Knowledge of equipment, modalities, materials, and intervention processes used in the provision of occupational therapy and physiotherapy services
Familiar with rehabilitation principles and clinical terminology used in interventions
Knowledge of applicable COTO and/or CPO professional guidelines

LHIN Knowledge

Knowledge of health care system and the role of the LHIN within the system
Knowledge of LHIN operations, quality, risk, and performance management principles
Knowledge of relevant health care legislation
Knowledge of LHIN policies, procedures, strategic direction and goals
Understanding of LHIN partners and contracted service providers in the community

General

Ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports, and forms
A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is required

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work collaboratively with registered therapists and accept work direction when assisting with patient interventions
Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse patient groups with varying levels of comprehension and language capability
Ability to deal with demanding interpersonal situations and respond with good judgment and understanding
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
Ability to effectively exchange information with a variety of internal and external contacts
Ability to handle complaints from patients, their family members/caregivers, and consult with higher authority when appropriate
Vulnerable Sector Check completed within the last six months
Fluency in English and French required

Affiliation:

OPSEU

Pay rate:

Wages are in accordance with the collective agreement between Home and Community Care Support Services Champlain and
OPSEU and starting salaries range from $29.999 /hr.

- $33.762/hr

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