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Health Sciences North is Looking for Reactivation Worker Full Time
Reactivation Worker
Competition #
2452
Job Title
Reactivation Worker
Department
Geriatric Outpatient Rehabilitation Service
Status
Temporary
Feb 2023 to Feb 2024
Work Type
Full-time
Affiliation
ONA Paramedical
Shift Assignment
Days
Bilingualism Required
No
Police Check Requirement
Vulnerable Sector Check
Site
North East Specialized Geriatric Centre ONA Paramedical
Salary Information
$25.58 to $29.44 //hr
Application Closing Date
February 22, 2023
KEY FUNCTION:
Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment through engagement and interaction with the patients of the Geriatric Outpatient Rehabilitation Service.
REPORTING:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, North East Specialized Geriatric Centre.
DUTIES:
- Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
- Work collaboratively with the clinical team to best meet the patient’s needs.
- Implement and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups as directed by the clinical team (e.g. receive and prepare patients for treatment, assist with treatment modalities, activities of daily living, walking program and transfers, communication skills, etc.).
- Instruct the patient in the use of equipment, and adaptive devices as directed by the therapist.
- Assist with the management of patient referrals and/or patient scheduling in accordance with the service’s practices under the direction of the clinical team.
- Maintain an inventory of equipment, devices and materials; ensure cleanliness and tidiness of equipment and environment.
- Maintain a safe environment by caring for equipment breakdowns, remove hazards, complete maintenance requisitions and notify clinician.
- Document patient intervention in the health record as per unit requirements.
- Report observation of patient’s behaviour, progress and concerns to the assigning clinician.
- Maintain relevant statistical information.
- Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
- Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
- Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
- Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
- Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
- Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma or Certificate as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), or a Rehabilitation Assistant from an accredited college.
- Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a health care environment.
- Experience working with older adults is required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated training and knowledge of geriatric syndromes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of recovery and patient-centered approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Demonstrated ability to instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
- Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
- Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
- Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.
PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
- Successful criminal reference check is required for vulnerable sector.
- Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
- Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexible hours as required.
- Ability to travel between local sites.
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.