Occupational Therapist

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access nearby

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) at Toronto Rehab Institute – E.W. Bickle Centre, part of University Health Network, contributes to care through assessment, treatment and consultation to maximize functional independence and community integration for patients.

This permanent full-time role runs weekdays with weekend rotation, 8am–4pm, with a salary of CAD 43.47–54.34 per hour, commensurate with experience. Requirements include a B.Sc.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• CAOT/OSOT membership and MOCA credentialing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality OT services to patients within the OT service.
• Communicate effectively with the inter-professional team.
• Educate patients and families and OT students.
• Participate in rounds, committees and quality initiatives.
• Cover other areas as needed.

Skills

Hospital-based OT experience

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Assessment & intervention

Education

B.Sc. OT or equivalent

MOCA certification preferred

Tools

CAOT/OSOT membership

MOCA certification

Job description

Company Description

UHN is Canada’s No. 1 hospital and the world’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members. UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and its only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Job Description

Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 1

New or Replacement Position: New

Site: Toronto Rehab Institute - E.W. Bickle Centre

Department: Allied Health

Reports to: Manager, Allied Health

Hours: 8am to 4pm

Salary: $43.47 - $54.34 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy)

Shifts: Weekdays and rotational Weekends

Status: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: October 9, 2026

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is an integral member of the Occupational Therapy service, Allied Health and clinical programs in which care is provided. Through assessment, treatment, evaluation and consultation, the OT prevents, alleviates or minimizes dysfunction, enabling clients to achieve their maximum level of functional independence and facilitating their integration into the home, community and workplace.

Duties

• Provide quality occupational therapy services to patients at Toronto Rehab Bickle Centre within the framework of patient centered care
• Communicate effectively with members of the inter-professional team
• Provide education to patients, their families, occupational therapy students and interdisciplinary team members
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings, committees and quality initiatives in the Department and relevant Programs/Services
• Assist with coverage of other service areas where required. The candidate will perform all other duties as required

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy (B.Sc. (OT)) or equivalent
• Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Member of Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) and/or Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists (OSOT) is preferred
• MOCA certification is preferred
• 1-2 years experience in an hospital is preferred
• Experience with psychosocial and physical health and related assessment and intervention skills addressing occupational performance
• Experience with splinting, neurological dysfunction, as well as seating and positioning is preferred

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

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/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• 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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.