Competition #: 158808 External
Posted: April 6, 2026
Closes: April 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Anticipated Start Date: May 4, 2026
Location: Internal Medicine - Physiotherapy
Nursing ~ Saint John Regional Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Job Classification: Rehabilitation Assistant (3052)
Job Classification Type: CUPE
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
FTE: 1
Schedule: Day, Hours of work are 7-3; subject to change due to operational requirements
Language Requirement: English Essential
Salary: 27.2308 to 29.0154 per hour

The Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for assisting with therapeutic intervention plans and rehabilitation under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist and/or Speech Language Pathologist.

• High School graduation plus completion of a rehabilitation program of at least one year in duration or equivalent.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

The Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for:

• Assisting a therapist with providing therapy
• Performing established rehabilitation programs and monitoring and reporting on progress
• Preparing and cleaning equipment, supplies and work areas
• Maintaining records and documentation
• Ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment
• Participating with student placements
• Assisting in information, awareness, and promotion activities

Competencies identified by Horizon Health Network

• Communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal Relations
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.

We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes.

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.