Community Occupational Therapist, Independent Contractor

CBI Health; Killarney; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Admin support

Flexible hours

Remote work

Job summary

CBI Health is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist to join as an Independent Contractor in Northeastern Ontario. You will deliver client-centered occupational therapy services across community settings, focusing on recovery and return-to-work goals, with opportunities to work remotely and billing notes managed by the practice.

Qualified candidates will be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario, hold a valid driver’s licence, and bring strong communication,

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Passion for the profession and commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients through their entire treatment plan from assessment to discharge.
• Collaborate with colleagues locally and nationally to deliver excellent client outcomes.
• Provide assessment and treatment to a diverse client base, including those with chronic or mental health conditions.
• Work with WSIB complex files and hospital discharges.
• Coordinate delivery, installation and setup of assistive devices and home modifications.
• Coordinate return-to-work processes with stakeholders for smooth workplace transitions.

Skills

OT Registration

Driver's license

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Empathy

Private sector experience

Job description

Community Occupational Therapist, Independent Contractor – Northeastern Ontario

CBI Health is Canada's leading community healthcare provider. Our national interdisciplinary network of healthcare staff and professionals is over 2,500 strong, and we continue to find ways to innovate our services to provide better recovery and support for our clients.

We’re changing how healthcare is experienced. We believe it starts with putting our clients first. Our diverse healthcare team works together with our clients to address all parts of their life, to provide data-driven solutions and better health outcomes.

Learn more at cbihealth.ca.

About CBI Health’s Community Rehabilitation Services

Working in communities across Ontario, our Community Rehabilitation Services team treats clients who’ve experienced workplace injuries and motor vehicle accidents, focusing on a return to pre-accident function. Treatment goals are determined collaboratively with our clients and funders and include self-care, home management, community engagement and a return to work. Occupational Therapists within our Complex Auto program assess and treat clients presenting with various physical (musculoskeletal, orthopaedic), cognitive (TBIs, concussions) and psychosocial impairments related to motor vehicle accidents. Working in a community setting, we guide our clients through every step of their recovery. In our Traumatic Psychological Injury program, Occupational Therapists work with first responders who’ve experienced trauma in the workplace, conducting in vivo exposure therapy and facilitating trauma processing, coping and return to function. Our innovative approach to evidence-based care incorporates novel interventions like virtual reality to promote industry-leading mental health outcomes. Working as an Independent Contractor on our team, you will have the opportunity to specialize in one area of practice or to take on a mixed caseload.

Visit us on Instagram to learn more about our team, work culture and impact on clients.

Fee-split range: 45–50%

What CBI Health Offers You

• The opportunity to build your business as an Independent Contractor with referrals from our team
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent administrative support, so you can focus on your clients
• Flexible hours, which allow work-life balance and focus on quality of life
• Opportunities to work remotely, including billing and dictating notes

Take an inside look at what you’ll do each day

• Work with your clients throughout their entire treatment plan, from assessment to discharge, and be involved in the final positive outcome
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other health both locally and nationally to deliver excellent client outcomes
• Provide assessment and treatment to a wide variety of clients with varying needs, including those with chronic and/or mental health conditions
• Work with WSIB complex files
• Conduct hospital discharges
• Perform attendant care assessments, including completion of Form 1’s
• Coordinate the delivery, installation and set‑up of assistive devices/home modifications as well as the transportation/rehabilitation needs of clients with acute injuries post discharge
• Coordinate the return-to-work process with all stakeholders, ensuring a smooth transition into the workplace
• Work closely with your team to develop new programs to meet identified client needs
• Perform regular, timely charting, reporting and communication, and record workload measurement data
• Teach a variety of group education classes

What You Need To Be Successful

• Registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• A valid driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle
• Passion about your profession, commitment to ongoing professional development, and dedication to providing excelled client care
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making and analytic skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Empathy and an effective ability to build rapport with clients
• Experience in the private sector, particularly auto sector legislation and WSIB, is an asset

Inclusion Matters

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process.