Occupational Therapist (2025-0184)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Carewest Innovative Healthcare is seeking passionate helpers to join their team as an Occupational Therapist. This full-time role involves providing ambulatory client care, enhancing patient independence, and working in a multidisciplinary setting to ensure quality care. The opportunity is ideal for both experienced and new graduate occupational therapists eager to contribute to the lives of seniors and others in need of specialized care.

Qualifications

• Eligible for membership in CAOT; AADL Authorizer is an asset.
• Experience using occupational therapy in a clinical setting is an asset.
• New grad/provisional occupational therapists welcome.

Responsibilities

• Providing ambulatory client care in an outpatient multidisciplinary setting.
• Focus on assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Contribute to client’s quality of life and independence.

Skills

Client care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Graduation from a recognized Masters or Degree program in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Here’s your chance to be a part of our story! Carewest is one of Calgary’s leaders in exceptional care and we are looking for passionate helpers to join our team.

At Carewest, our mission is to support all clients in maintaining their quality of life as they transition through their health care journey. Our core values of Caring, Relationships, Excellence, Accountability and Teamwork guide how we provide care to those who need it the most.

With a strong focus on delivering quality care & safety to our residents & clients we strive to attract innovative thinkers looking for a rewarding career.

Help us make a difference and connect with us today!

Position Details

Position Status: Regular Full Time Location: Sarcee, C3 Clinic Community BW Hours:77.50 FTE: 1.00 Shift: Days Shift Times: 0800-1615 Union: HSAA Rate of Pay: $ 38.90 - $ 51.80 PCN: C3OT002

Date Competition closes: June 23, 2025

The Opportunity

This position is responsible for providing ambulatory client care through focused assessment, treatment, and discharge planning in an outpatient multidisciplinary setting. It will contribute to the client’s quality of life and maintenance of independence in their home environment through the provisions of appropriate interventions to maximize safety and functional independence. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program summary:

Comprehensive Community Care (C3) Program – is a unique, ambulatory, long-term maintenance and support program for seniors who live independently in Calgary. Integrated and coordinated care is provided onsite at the Day Centre via a multidisciplinary team Monday through Friday, including PT, OT, RecT, SW, Pharmacy, nursing, and physician support. Clients may access 24 hour Medical support (MD and Nursing) after hours. The program offering also entails full day programming while at the Centre, transportation assistance, and access to a 24hr inpatient treatment bed. Home care services are provided in partnership with AHS Home Care.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Graduation from a recognized Masters or Degree program in Occupational Therapy Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT);

- Eligible for membership in CAOT; AADL Authorizer is an asset.

- Experience using occupational therapy in a clinical and/or continuing care setting an asset.

New grad/provisional occupational therapists welcome.

About Carewest:

We select dedicated people just like you to care for our clients, those who offer compassion, knowledge and commitment to the treatment, progress, outcomes and lives of our clients. We are motivated to employ individuals who are passionate about what they do and, are naturally driven to uphold our client-centered approach, contribute to best-practice solutions and a desire to take their careers to the next level within Carewest.

We are one of Canada’s largest public healthcare providers of complex continuing care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and a wide variety of community programs for both seniors and others requiring specialized care. With 13 locations across Calgary and a team of over 3000 employees, we offer a diverse, interdisciplinary, and expert community of health care professionals. Our innovative practices allow for optimal opportunities to learn, grow, and excel with us.

Employees are required to use technologies, devices, resources and systems provided by the employer, as per Carewest policy and procedure. Adherence to relevant privacy legislation and best practice including HIA, FOIP and InfoCare Behaviours, is required.

Successful applicants not currently working for Carewest will need to provide a suitable police records check and vulnerable sector screen. Successful applicants may need to provide immunization records for positions in certain environments. Carewest is an equal opportunity employer and values the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. For more information on Carewest, please visit our website at carewest.ca.