Geriatric OT - Elevate Residents' Daily Living

Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists; Canada; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support residents’ functional abilities and quality of life within an interdisciplinary care team.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress in PCC/POC using interRAI LTCF. The role includes ADP activities, mobility aid coordination, and staff training to promote safe daily living.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• ADP Authorizer status from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care; eligible candidates may apply and must obtain before start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans for residents.
• Document treatment and intervention plans in PCC/POC using interRAI LTCF.
• Assess and provide adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, seating, orthotics/splints, assistive devices).
• Assess residents for mobility aids and complete ADP applications.
• Provide therapeutic surfaces and pressure-relieving devices for wound management and prevention.
• Utilize ActivityPro to track OT programming and evaluate Therapeutic Dining Programs.
• Deliver staff training on lift/transfer techniques, safe handling, and other OT topics.
• Complete Cognitive Competency Tests to assess cognition and participation in activities.
• Maintain information on mobility aids and vendors; develop and update small group programs.
• Use diverse therapeutic modalities to promote independence in daily activities.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Resident-centered care

Communication

MS Office

eHCR

Time management

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Registration with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

ADP Authorizer status

Tools

MS Office

eHCR

Job description

Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support residents’ functional abilities and quality of life within an interdisciplinary care team.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and document progress in PCC/POC using interRAI LTCF. The role includes ADP activities, mobility aid coordination, and staff training to promote safe daily living.