Occupational Therapist
- Canada
- $43.23-50.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assesses the factors influencing the patient’s ability to function in their environment, using a variety of standardized and non-standardized assessment tools.
- Determine patient centered therapy goals and provides treatment program to increase occupational performance, independence, and safety.
- Share knowledge and information with other health care professionals and agencies to work collaboratively to deliver effective and efficient patient care.
- Builds therapeutic relationships by ensuring patients’ values and preferences are respected and balancing patient needs and choices with available resources.
- Documents assessment findings, goals, and intervention plan in accordance with Ontario Health atHome policies and the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario standards for record keeping.
- Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- In-depth knowledge of occupational therapy services and other community resources.
- Good understanding of the roles of health care professionals.
- Relevant occupational therapy experience in a community/health care environment.
- Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of occupational therapy tools, processes, equipment, and assistive technology.
- Knowledge of funding agencies related to the occupational therapy recommendations.
- Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health, and safety, etc.).
- Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers.
- Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations.
- Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel).
- Must have valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle, as regular travel will be required. Coverage beyond primary office location may be required to meet operational needs.
- Advanced written and oral proficiency in English is essential.
- We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.
- Experience working with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members, caregivers, SDMs, health care professionals, community organizations, and/or service providers in Community Support Services.
- Case management experience in a health care setting and/or Community Support Services.
- Ability to speak French or another second language.
- Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
- Hourly wage of $43.23 to $50.00 as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement
- Valuable development opportunities
- Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan