2500001648 - Occupational Therapist

Lakeridge Health; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in the Oshawa area seeks an Occupational Therapist to join its team. In this regular full-time role, you will be responsible for patient assessments and treatment plans, working alongside a multidisciplinary team to enhance healthcare outcomes. Qualifications include a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant registration, along with expertise in patient care within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario is required.
• Previous experience with inpatient care is preferred.
• ADP authorization for mobility/seating is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient assessment and development of treatment plans.
• Participate in team conferences and regular meetings.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

MSc. in Occupational Therapy

Job description

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OPSEU

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Status: Regular Full Time

Department: Ot -Cc & Rehab Program, LHAP

Program: Healthy Aging

8 Hour Shifts; Days, Evenings and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering & Oshawa

Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour

Posting Reference: 2500001648

Duties And Responsibilities

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development of treatment plans, with emphasis on optimizing return to function. Actively participating in team conferences and regular team meetings. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
• MSc. in Occupational Therapy or equivalent;
• Certified in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA);
• Previous Experience working with Inpatients with orthopaedic, medical disorders is preferred;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team;
• Ability to exercise initiative and observe strict confidentiality;
• Membership in CAOT, OSOT;
• Previous experience in an inpatient rehabilitation care setting is preferred;
• ADP authorization for Mobility/seating/wheelchair and splinting experience is preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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