Competition Number

2024-3634-005

Job Type

Full-time Permanent

Hours

1.00 FTE

Classification

OTPTK

Department

Rehabilitation

Salary

$30.6209 to $32.2430 per hour

As per CUPE LOCAL 3634 Collective Agreement

Closing Date

Thursday, April 25, 2024

THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT INTERNAL LAKE OF THE WOODS DISTRICT HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES

Description

The LWDH Community Stroke Rehabilitation (CSR) Rehabilitation Technician (RT) will support the CSR Occupational Therapist (OT) through the provision of home-based rehabilitation interventions as assigned by the CSROT to patients who have experienced a stroke within the last year and/or have related chronic and complex diseases affecting their ability to independently and successfully remain in their own home.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. We cannot make any promises, but we will consider your qualifications and the potential you bring. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental/orthodontic services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PT/OT/Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma program, equivalent and/or combination of experience may be considered
• Experience in Rehabilitation, clinical setting preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge, familiarity and proficiency with PT/OT/SLP current assessment and intervention techniques, including anatomy and pathophysiology, therapeutic outcome measures and therapeutic equipment and modalities
• Familiarity with relevant Rehabilitation College Guidelines for assistants and demonstrated ability to comply with College Standards for assistants
• Demonstrated knowledge of computers and windows-based software programs/keyboarding skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Current Certification in BCLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
• Familiarity with all Rehabilitation equipment and supplies
• Ability to independently manage and maintain Rehabilitation equipment inventory
• Independent clinical problem solving skills, ability to organize and prioritize work within time constraints, and demonstrated sound judgment, and initiative
• Physically capable of frequent bending, stretching, and lifting and of assisting heavy-needs patients with bed mobility, transfers, ambulation and exercise program. Must be able to stand and walk the major portion of the day.
• Demonstrated reliable attendance record
• Class G drivers license, access to a reliable vehicle with and ability to travel to various locations within catchment area
• Must demonstrate a tactful, empathetic, and caring patient approach, and encourage independence

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393