Occupational Therapist (OT)

Utility Consumer Analytics Inc.; Lower Sackville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Long Term Care is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role involves formulating and modifying treatment plans for residents, ensuring their comfort, independence, and safety. You'll collaborate with nursing staff and external resources to provide comprehensive care, making a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors. If you're passionate about enhancing the quality of life for residents and thrive in a diverse, inclusive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sectors check required.
• Current licensing with the N.S. College of Occupational Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Formulate treatment plans for residents based on identified problems.
• Assist nursing and medical personnel to meet residents' needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Experience with Seniors

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Job description

GEM Health Care Group (GEM) is a steadily growing company in Long Term Care in Atlantic Canada & Ontario. We are a modern beacon for diversity, equity & inclusion and have a head office composed of more than half people of colour and women. We have had great success training and advancing people within our organization. Due to our growth, we have an opening for CCA Positions.

Location: Centennial Villa

Title: Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

• Clear criminal record and vulnerable sectors check
• Bachelor's degree or diploma in occupational therapy
• Current licensing with the N.S. College of Occupational Therapists
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal in English
• Experience working with seniors is an asset

Responsibilities

• Formulate treatment plans for residents based on identified problems and goals
• Communicate treatment plans and provide the necessary instruction to staff
• Modify and revise treatment plans as required
• Chart and maintain progress notes
• Assist nursing and medical personnel, family and outside resources to meet residents' needs
• Recommend equipment that is required for therapeutic purposes to maximize resident comfort, independence and safety
• Provide functional feeding assessments
• Order and maintain therapeutic equipment by monitoring inventory and in-servicing new equipment as needed
• Maintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational information and data
• Follow up on prescriptions from external occupational therapists when new residents are admitted
• Communicate with Red Cross regarding ordering prescribed equipment and delivery and retrieval of equipment from Red Cross storage