Independent Contractor: Home Care Occupational Therapist

Bayshore HealthCare; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a home-based care team in Ontario. You will assess, treat, and educate clients to maximize independence as they transition from hospital to home, working with a multidisciplinary team.

You will document thoroughly, follow COTO guidelines, and support ongoing client outcomes in a shared client record. A driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and registration in good standing with COTO.
• Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).
• Passion for helping older adults and facilitating safe home transitions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently within an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and secure digital communication.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Support clients transitioning from hospital to home with evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Communicate findings and education to clients, families, and healthcare partners.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with COTO standards.
• Provide clinical guidance to support personnel as appropriate.
• Participate in case conferences and care planning discussions.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Clinical reasoning

Independent work

Digital documentation

Lifelong learning

Driver's license

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

COTO registration in good standing

Job description

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a home-based care team in Ontario. You will assess, treat, and educate clients to maximize independence as they transition from hospital to home, working with a multidisciplinary team.

You will document thoroughly, follow COTO guidelines, and support ongoing client outcomes in a shared client record. A driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.