Rehabilitation Assistant

Requisition ID

• 404505
• Position
• Number: 20006404
• Posting
• End
• Date:
• June 12, 2026
• City:
• Winnipeg
• Employer:
• Shared
• Health
• Site: Health Sciences Centre Department /

Unit

CH5 Medicine Transitional Care Job Stream: Clinical Union: CUPE Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 06/29/2026 - Indefinite Reason for Term: Other Leave FTE: 1.00 Anticipated Shift: Days;Weekends Work Arrangement: In Person Daily Hours Worked: 7.75 & 11.63 Annual Base Hours: 2015 Salary: $24.322, $25.035, $25.770, $26.529, $27.309, $28.114 Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations. Position Overview Under the direction of the applicable manager, and as delegated and supervised primarily by the Physiotherapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), and/or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) performs both direct and indirect patient/resident/client care activities as determined by the specific employer. Additionally, they may carry out administrative, clerical, light housekeeping tasks, and other duties as assigned. Experience Recent and related direct patient/resident/client care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required. Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) program with a practicum component, or an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)/Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) program. Graduates of International Physiotherapy (PT) or Occupational Therapy (OT) programs, as well as students currently pursuing a Canadian university degree in PT or OT will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

Certification/Licensure/Registration Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer’s policy.

Qualifications

and Skills Ability to work within and respect the Employer’s core values, policies, and procedures. Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care independently with minimal supervision, within the RA’s scope of practice, while efficiently collaborating as part of an inter-professional healthcare team. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, with fluency in English and the ability to interact effectively in various settings. Consistently demonstrate compassion and respect for the personal dignity and well-being of all patients/residents/clients. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients/residents/clients, staff, and employer information. Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage assigned workload. Basic computer skills and literacy required, as appropriate to the setting. Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities. Adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices. May be required to perform other duties and functions related to, but not exceeding above stated skills and capabilities.