Occupational Therapist

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Yarmouth; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, travel, LTD, life INS

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is hiring an Occupational Therapist in the Rehabilitation Services department at the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. The role involves collaboration with clients, families and an interprofessional team to restore or maintain function in self-care, productivity and leisure.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in OT (or entry-level master's) and licensure with the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator, with responsibilities spanning education, assessment,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master's in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university.
• Licensure with the provincial regulatory body, Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator, is mandatory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to facilitate education programs and interact positively with patients/clients, families, other health care providers and staff.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with client, caregivers and family to restore and/or maintain function.
• Establish individualized treatment plans and goals; manage a busy caseload.
• Provide education and support to clients, families and caregivers.
• Function as a member of the OT clinical team and interprofessional hospital/community teams.
• Supervise OT Assistants and contribute to education of OT students and related disciplines.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensure with Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator

Job description

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Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 227715
Location: WesternZone,Yarmouth Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Occupational Therapy YRH
Type of Employment: TemporaryHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 29-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The Occupational Therapist (OT) works in collaboration with the client, caregivers and family to facilitate, restore and/or maintain the patient/clients optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. The OT provides consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation and follow-up while working within the hospital, the client's home and/or their community. The OT, in collaboration with the client, establishes individualized treatment plans and goals, independently manages a busy caseload and uses clinical judgement and decision-making skills to prioritize issues on a daily basis. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The OT provides education and support to clients, families and caregivers. The OT functions as both a member of an occupational therapy clinical team and an interprofessional hospital and/or community healthcare team. The OT contributes to the clinical education of OT students and related health disciplines and to supervision of OT Assistants. The OT is responsible for adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of their licensing body, the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor's degree or entry level master program in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university
• Licensure with the provincial regulatory body, Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator, is mandatory
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to facilitate education programs and interact positively with patients/clients, families, other health care providers and staff
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while effectively planning, organizing, and supervising
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
• Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Long-assignment, fulltime position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately a 16-month assignment

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.98 Hourly

$52.77 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

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