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Yes No. They are addressed within the framework of impairment, disability and handicap. The course provides a brief review of the body systems and disorders related to each of these systems. The goal of this course is to develop the student's knowledge and skill in the application of both physiotherapy and occupational therapy processes to therapeutic activities and interventions related to orthopedic conditions. An emphasis will be placed on practical skills, as well as the indications, contraindications and precautions for a variety of physiotherapy and occupational therapy interventions.
Students will learn the physiotherapy and occupational therapy interventions related to the therapeutic activities for various orthopedic conditions. Topical coverage includes: supervision of patients in a clinical setting, passive ROM exercises, active-assisted ROM, resistance exercises, types of resistance, stretching techniques, understanding and correction of postural dysfunctions, repetitive strain injuries, common paediatric disorders, ambulation and transfer techniques, and common back and neck injuries.
This course is designed to increase the students understanding and implementation of effective interpersonal communication behaviors and skills, with particular emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and the professional relationship with clients and colleagues. Throughout the course we will examine basic verbal and nonverbal elements affecting communication between individuals in family, peer group, and most importantly, in work contexts.
The course will include a review of interpersonal communication theory from Success Strategies , including personality style theory and how it impacts personal and professional relationships, conversation management on the health care team including the job interview , effective listening with patients, therapeutic and interpersonal relationships, conflict management and maintaining professional boundaries.
Culture and its relationship to communication and how they affect each other is a major topic covered in this course. Students will explore the effect of culture on health care interventions and the impact of cultural differences in communication style.
The course will present trans-cultural communications including it's nature and principles and ways to improve it. Finally, students will study ethics in communicating with patients, interviewing new patients, and public speaking in the health care environment. The Clinical Rehabilitation Techniques II course provides the Rehabilitation Assistant student with the opportunity to further develop previously learned concepts within the realm of more complex clinical disorders.
The course will incorporate therapeutic techniques performed by the Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant, under the direction and supervision of the registered physiotherapist or occupational therapist as applicable, in treating clients with amputations, orthopedic conditions and cardio-respiratory conditions.
There is an emphasis on critical thinking skills necessary to reinforce a treatment plan and supervise a client. The ability to provide clear, concise, and accurate documentation is integral to the role of the assistant. Assistants will be required to document the treatment provided under the direction of the registered practitioner, within professional, legal and regulatory guidelines and requirements.
This course will provide the student with an overview of commonly used methods of documentation, legal and regulatory guidelines for patient charts and clinical records, confidentiality, and the role of the assistant in the management of both paper based and electronic client records.
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with a bio-psycho social perspective on aging. Individual and group treatments focusing on medications, mobility, fall prevention, vision impairments and communications impairments. The goal of this course is to develop the student's knowledge and skill in therapeutic activities in rehabilitation therapy. Topics include an exploration of the various common neurological conditions and the rehabilitation therapy techniques and occupational therapy interventions for neurological conditions.
An emphasis will be placed on practical skills, as well as the indications, contraindications and precautions for a variety of interventions. This course covers the theory and application of therapeutic modalities used in physiotherapy and occupational therapy. Emphasis is placed on indications, contraindications and safety considerations in the application of a variety of modalities. Students will learn the practical skills required to safely and effectively apply these modalities.
Students are provided with the knowledge and practical skills required for basic patient care management. This course provides an overview of patient positioning and draping, wheelchairs, lifts and transfers. The knowledge acquired from the previous Anatomy and Physiology, Human Development, and Human Disorders courses are applied to assist in the determination of the purpose, benefit, functional sequence and safety precautions of movement and positioning procedures.
Students are also provided with insight into accessibility issues. Rehabilitation Assistants are frequently required to be self reliant to repair tools and equipment and implement basic modifications and adjustments to equipment and devices. This course will explore a variety of common tool, equipment, and device repairs that rehabilitation assistants will be required to perform.
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with the opportunity to integrate and consolidate the theory and practice of managing complex patient situations. The student will use critical thinking skills to appropriately implement components of a treatment plan as prescribed by and under the supervision of a physiotherapist. The course will focus on the more complex patients who require physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and other disciplines of the health care team.
Already a Manitoba health-care employee? Current Employees. Position Overview. Previous direct patient care experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required. Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant Program not limited to but including the Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology Rehabilitation Assistant Program required.
For Physiotherapy Positions: Consideration may be given to individuals who are in the process of attaining an academic degree in Physiotherapy PT or those who have attained academic standing in PT and are eligible for licensure. Qualifications and Skills. Basic computer skills required. Computer literacy as appropriate to the setting. Must be proficient in both oral and written English communication. Excellent interpersonal skills with people in a variety of settings.
Physical Requirements. Must be in excellent physical and mental health. Must be able to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time without resting. Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with patients.
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