Occupational Therapist

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer package

HOOPP pension plan

Development opportunities

On-site gyms and corporate discounts

Job summary

Altum Health in Mississauga is hiring an experienced Occupational Therapist to manage complex cases and drive recovery through hands-on care and work reintegration.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to treat orthopedic conditions, coordinate rehab plans, and support patients returning to work. Knowledge of hand therapy is an asset and opportunities for development abound.

Qualifications

• Registered OT with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Minimum two years related experience preferred.
• Experience with work-related injuries or third-party health care system preferred.
• Strong fitness for returning to work planning (FAE/RTW) desired.
• WorkWell certification preferred but not essential.
• Experience with report writing is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Treat orthopedic disorders and support rehabilitation and return-to-work for injured workers.
• Collaborate with treatment team and other stakeholders across sites.
• Possess hands-on expertise; mentoring and education opportunities available.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Registered with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Job description

• Compensation: CAD 43.48 - CAD 54.34 - hourly

Company Description

Altum Health is a department within the University Health Network with over 300 employees across several sites (Ajax, Barrie, Brampton, Cambridge, Hamilton, Mississauga, Oakville, Oshawa, Toronto, Scarborough, and Vaughan). We offer a full continuum of prevention, rehabilitation, and health care services to third party payors and individuals, including the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), employers, and insurers.

At Altum Health, we believe in providing “The Right Care. Always.” by offering client-centered services that address the physical, psychosocial, and behavioral issues related to injury or illness. We actively participate in outcomes data collection, analysis and reporting, continuous quality improvement and the education and training of the next generation of health and service professionals. Altum Health services prevent and manage acute and chronic injury as well as co-morbid conditions and integrate clients back into the workplace and home life. Our services result in positive outcomes and value to our clients and customers.

Job Description

Union:Non-Union
Number of Vacancies:1
New or Replacement Position:Replacement
Site: Mississauga
Department:Altum Health
Reportsto:SiteManager
Wage Range:$43.48 - $54.34 per hour
Hours: 37.5
Shifts:Days,Monday - Friday
Status: Temporary Full-time (12-month contract)
Closing Date:Open until filled

We are currently seeking anexperienced Occupational Therapistto join our Mississauga team! The successful candidate should expect complex and challenging cases. Every day, there are clinical learning opportunities and teaching moments. Everyone who works on our team truly wants to be there and believes in the work we do together.

As an Altum Clinician you will empower and support clients through their recovery with the application of your hands‑on knowledge, skills and abilities in the treatment of orthopedic disorders, chronic pain and with the rehabilitation and return to work of injured workers.Interest or previous experience in hand therapy would be an asset.You will treat clients and enable them to reach their fully functional and work reintegration potential in collaboration with all stakeholders (client, treatment team and etc.). You will also perform cross‑functional duties and cross‑site duties, as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• An Occupational Therapist registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• A minimum oftwo (2) yearsrelated experience preferred
• Experience in the treatment of clients/patients with work-related injuries and/or experience in the third‑party health care system preferred
• Strong FAE and Return to Work planning skills (desired but not essential)
• WorkWell certification preferred but not essential
• Experience with report writing is an asset

What we look for in an Altum Clinician:

• A Clinician who can adhere to confidentiality requirements, can demonstrate initiative, and with excellent judgement and prioritizing skills
• A Clinician who understands the detail required for insurance reporting and who is not deterred by mandatory processes; experience in case management and communication with third‑party/referral services desirable
• A passionate and dedicated team player who can work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team and who is committed to the challenge of working with clients suffering from acute and chronic workplace injuries
• Excellent interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to provide group education sessions and lead small group learning

Additional Information

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/ )
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

Vaccines are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.