Occupational Therapist 2 (Permanent Full-Time) - CHO - 163295

Health PEI; Town of O'Leary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Health PEI invites applications for an Occupational Therapist 2 at Community Hospital in O’Leary, PEI. This full-time permanent IUOE position commences immediately and involves delivering occupational therapy to clients at Community Hospital with potential rotation to Western and Prince County Hospitals.

The role emphasizes independent practice within a collaborative team, client independence, and administrative responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy is required or equivalent.
• Eligible for licensing with the Prince Edward Island College of Occupational Therapists.
• Considerable experience as an practicing Occupational Therapist.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, families and community organizations.
• Must be eligible for CAOT membership.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments to determine therapy needs and plan appropriate interventions.
• Develop and implement occupational therapy treatment plans for clients.
• Respond to client inquiries, provide follow-up care, and make referrals as needed.
• Serve as a resource to team members and community partners.
• Perform administrative tasks such as updating client information and scheduling.
• Supervise rehabilitation assistants and coordinate work schedules and leave.
• Assist in the development of provincial policies and procedures.
• Record and report statistical and outcome data.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

CAOT membership eligibility

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Open to the Public

Occupational Therapist 2

Health PEI

Location – Community Hospital, O’Leary

Full-Time Permanent (IUOE) Position

(Commencing Immediately)

Are you ready to make meaningful connections and drive impact in a growing healthcare organization? At Health PEI, we offer more than a job - we’re inviting you to join a dynamic workplace committed to creating meaningful changes. From hospitals to community care and beyond, you’ll play a pivotal role in attracting top-tier health professionals and building a workforce that supports the evolving needs of Prince Edward Island. With access to training and development resources, leadership opportunities, and a collaborative environment, this is your chance to thrive while making a real difference in the lives of others. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of healthcare, we want to hear from you.

Health PEI values the different ideas,perspectivesand backgrounds that a diverse,equitableand inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authenticselvesto work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI abettermore inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation,languageor other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The Occupational Therapist 2 provides occupational therapy treatment to clients at Community Hospital with possible rotation to Western Hospital and Prince County Hospital; assumes administrative responsibilities; and promotes the understanding of the occupational therapy services.The incumbent works independently and is responsible for maximizing the client's potential to function independently by using a wide range of techniques, equipment, assessment tools, etc. in a variety of community settings.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• conducting functional assessments to determine the need for occupational therapy;
• developing, planning and implementing appropriate occupational therapy for the client;
• working independently to respond to client inquiries, provide follow-up care and/or make referrals to other health care providers and community agencies;
• acting as a resource person to other team members, health care providers and the community;
• performing administrative functions such as updating client information files and planning and organizing work activities;
• supervising, guiding, and appraising the performance of rehabilitation assistant;
• assigning work schedule, and approve leave;
• determining work assignments, work rotations, and vacation schedules;
• assisting in the development of provincial policies and procedures;
• recording and reporting statistical and outcome measures data; and,
• other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Eligible for licensing with the Prince Edward Island College of Occupational Therapists.
• Considerable experience working as a practicing Occupational Therapist.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with clients, families, and community organizations.
• Must be eligible for Canadian (CAOT) membership.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Possess a valid driver's license and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• A good previous work and attendance record.
• Additional relevant education and experience is an asset.
• A good previous work and attendance record.

Salary Range : $39.93 - $48.99 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Days / Flexible/ Rotating Weekends as Required