Therapy Assistant

Situated 20 minutes south of Edmonton and close proximity to the Edmonton International Airport, Leduc offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities. We are looking for a Therapy Assistant to join the Allied Health department at the Leduc Community Hospital where you'll be part of a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care within all units and departments at the hospital. Come join a team of passionate healthcare workers, while being backed by a supportive employer, with endless opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits, including health and dental, where you and your family can truly thrive!

As a Therapy Assistant, you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation services including direct and indirect client care across the health care continuum (healthy living, getting better, living with illness and disability, end of life care) for all ages as well as non-client service provision. This role will require you to work effectively with internal and external partners, and display professionalism and strong ethics in both client centered care and participation in care teams. You will demonstrate evidence of reflective thinking and lifelong learning that enhances individual and team competency. You will have opportunities to use your interpersonal and clinical skills in contributing to quality improvement, program planning and student supervision.

Completion of diploma from an accredited post-secondary rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program or equivalent training may be considered.

Must be able to tolerate long periods of sitting or standing as well as repetitive movements. Must be able to participate in hands on care of patients (i.e. transfers, bariatric clients, bending, reaching, twisting, and walking distances). Must be able to lift and carry 10-15 kg regularly if needed. Demonstrated clarity in your communication, organization and consistency of ideas, both verbally and written, including clinical documentation, is required. You must be highly motivated, confident, and enthusiastic individual with a positive attitude whose work aligns with AHS Values. You can work independently and as a part of the team creating strong, effective interpersonal working relationships with peers and other caregivers. Current Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) certification is required.

Experience with Connect Care an asset. Recent experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.