Occupational Therapist - ADP Authorized

Lifemark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Lifemark’s Community Advantage Rehabilitation is hiring Registered Occupational Therapists in Ottawa for a part-time, casual role. This involves conducting Independent Living Services assessments in clients' homes throughout Ontario. Successful candidates will benefit from flexible scheduling, mentorship, and competitive compensation for their assessments.

Benefits

Premium assessment rates

Mileage compensation

Training time compensation

Extensive mentorship program

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing.
• Experience with ILS assessments is valuable.
• Flexible schedule and ability to manage visits.

Responsibilities

• Complete various ILS assessments in residential homes.
• Develop comprehensive reports with findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team members as needed.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Collaborative Skills

Report Writing

Time Management

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Membership with College of Occupational Therapists

Tools

Assistive Devices Program (ADP)

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Community Advantage Rehabilitation (CAR) – A division of Lifemark

Currently hiring for: Ottawa

Lifemark’s Home and Community Care division, Community Advantage Rehabilitation(CAR) is looking forRegistered Occupational Therapists to complete Independent Living Services (ILS) assessments throughout the province of Ontario. The ILS assessments are to be completed in the residential homes of injured workers. This is a casual part-time opportunity based on referrals.

OT Responsibilities:

• Complete a variety of in-depth and thorough assessments such as Personal Care Needs Assessments, Home Safety Assessments, Home Accessibility Assessments, and Mobility Assessments
• Develop comprehensive reports which include assessment findings, recommendations and service plan in accordance with CAR, the referral source and COTO standards
• Collaborate with interprofessional team members, community resources and the referral source as needed.

All Occupational Therapists that are in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists are eligible to apply. In order to perform mobility assessments you will need to be an Assistive Devices (ADP) Authorizer,however this is not required to apply.

Other items associated with this opportunity:

• Referrals will be within your preferred geographic area
• You will be able to schedule the assessments in collaboration with the injured/ill person at your convenience
• You will be paid a premium assessment/visit rate
• Compensation for mileage, travel and training time
• An extensive mentorship program
• Ability to accept or decline the work based on your availability
• This work is a great opportunity for Occupational Therapists to engage clients in a different way and expand your clinical practice

Apply today!

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca