Rehabilitation Assistant | Acute

Position Summary
We are hiring for a 0.8fte project (temporary) Rehabilitation Assistant position at the Penticton Regional Hospital. This is s temporary opportunity that will end on March 8, 2026. This position works Monday to Thursday (except Stat holidays) from 07:45 to 15:45. If you have completed a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant program and enjoy the challenge of acute care, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer:

We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

About the position:

Under the clinical direction of a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathologist, the Rehabilitation Assistant functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team in meeting the needs of the client. The Rehabilitation Assistant carries out rehabilitative treatment plans and programs and assists the therapist in monitoring and evaluating patients/residents’ progression.

About us:

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location:

Penticton Regional Hospital (PRH) serves 90,000 residents across the South Okanagan and Similkameen Valley, functioning as a regional facility and secondary referral center. With 158 acute care beds, a 10 bed ICU and 102 extended care beds on site; we offer emergency, trauma, specialty, surgical, and outpatient services, alongside advanced diagnostic capabilities.

Qualfications
Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 Vehicle License if applicable.