Posted 17 days ago
Rehabilitation Assistant
@ Humber River Health
Ontario
Overview
Humber River Health is hiring a temporary part-time Rehabilitation Assistant for one year to support its Allied Health Services Team. The role prepares patients for treatment and assists Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists across medical, surgical, specialty and post-acute units, with rotating shifts and an hourly rate of $29.77 to $35.15.
Pay:
$29.77–$35.15 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for treatment with physiotherapists and occupational therapists
- Assist with patient lifting, transferring and transporting
- Provide goal-oriented treatment and patient/family education
- Chart promptly and monitor equipment
- Supervise OTA and PTA students
Requirements summary:
- Current Rehab Assistant experience at HRH or PTA/OTA certificate or diploma
- Ability to work under supervision
- Physical ability to bend, stretch, lift and stand for long periods
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Fluent English
- Excellent attendance record
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-21
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-21
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities, Women, 2SLGBTQ+, Older workers |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Physiotherapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant |
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Humber River Health
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North America's first fully digital hospital, serving the northwestern GTA.
Full company description
Five years since opening our doors as North America’s first fully digital hospital and we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives that are important to our Team. At Humber River Hospital, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. We are formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care Through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy. At Humber River Hospital, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!
- LinkedIn followers
- 50,041
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 3,257
- Reported office locations
- 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M3M 0B2, CA
- Business categories
- Hospital
- Health Care
- Communities
- Other recorded names
- Humber River Health
- Specialties
- Emergency & Urgent Care
- Surgical including Bariatrics
- Nephrology/Dialysis
- Mental Health & Addictions
- Acute Inpatient & Primary Care
- Cardiology
- Critical Care
- Oncology
- Respirology
- Maternal & Child
- and Ambulatory Care
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- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Five years since opening our doors as North America’s first fully digital hospital and we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Specialties | Emergency & Urgent CareSurgical including BariatricsNephrology/DialysisMental Health & AddictionsAcute Inpatient & Primary CareCardiologyCritical CareOncologyRespirologyMaternal & Child |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 287 |
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Position Profile
Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.
Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers. Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time. These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families. This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.Right now we are looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to work with our Allied Health Services Team.
Employment Status: Temporary Part time Duration: 1 year Hours of Work: Available to work rotating shifts (Monday to Friday, Weekends & Statutory Holidays) Location: Humber River Health, Hennick and Church and Finch RCC's Labour Group: OPSEU 590 Reporting Relationship: Manager of Allied Health Services & Outpatient Rehab Hourly Rate: $29.77 - $35.15Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for treatment and support Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in delivering care to patients across medical, surgical, and specialty units and post-acute.
- As an active member of the interprofessional team, the Rehab Assistant provides client-centered clinical care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of a Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist.
- Provides goal-oriented treatment interventions, patient/family education and support to address physical, emotional and self-care needs as assigned
- Assisting with patient lifting, transferring and transporting as required.
- Maintaining timely charting and workload measurement.
- Monitoring and maintenance of equipment
- Other duties as assigned, including general equipment monitoring and departmental duties such as light cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
- Clinical supervision of students, including OTA/PTA students in collaboration with the PT or OT.
- Deliver cross-coverage services, ensuring appropriate treatment for patients in post-acute services
Qualifications:
- Current experience at HRH as a Rehab Assistant or a graduate from a PTA and OTA Certificate/Diploma program from a recognized institution
- Must be able to work well under supervision and maintain the delegation of responsibilities for support personnel as mandated of the Ontario College of Physiotherapists and the Ontario College of Occupational Therapists.
- Experience in an acute hospital setting preferred.
- Experience in working with an active inpatient population is an asset.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills and teamwork.
- Must be capable of bending, stretching and lifting while assisting patients.
- Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
- Must be organized and able to complete tasks within the allocated time frames.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
- Availability for scheduled weekend work may be required.
Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
Why choose Humber River Health?
At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care. As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially. This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.Recruitment Fraud Notice: Humber River Health does not request fees or payment from applicants as part of the recruitment process. If you receive suspicious recruitment-related advertising, communication, or content that does not appear to come from Humber River Health, please report it to [email protected] with any relevant details, screenshots, or links.
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