Occupational Therapist - AgeCare Dawson

AgeCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

AgeCare Dawson in Chestermere, AB is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess, plan, implement and evaluate therapy aimed at restoring independence and preventing further disability for residents in a long-term care setting.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document individualized care plans, maintain residents' statistics, and help update Rehabilitation Department policies and procedures. This casual role supports delivering compassionate care to our seniors.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy.
• Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and a registered member of the Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists.
• Experience with MDS and/or RAI is a plus.
• OT experience in long-term care preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and reassesses residents to identify issues and rehabilitation needs.
• Establishes goals and documents care and treatment plans.
• Maintains ongoing communication with the multidisciplinary team to ensure a consistent care program.
• Maintains residents’ statistics.
• Develops reviews and updates policies and procedures for Rehabilitation Department.
• May orient or supervise employees or volunteers.
• Ensures equipment and department conditions support a safe environment for residents and staff.

Education

Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy

Job description

The Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, implements and evaluates occupational therapy directed towards residents’ restoration/maintenance of an optimal level of independence, prevention of further disability and achievement of purposeful engagement within their environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assesses and reassesses residents to identify their issues/challenges and to determine rehabilitation needs
• Establishes resident’s goals, develops and documents individual care and treatment plans
• Maintains on-going communication with other members of the multidisciplinary team in order to maintain a consistent care program for the residents
• Maintains residents’ statistics
• Develops reviews and updates policies and procedures for the Rehabilitation Department
• May be assigned to orient or supervise employees or volunteers
• Ensures that equipment and conditions within the department are conducive to a safe working environment of residents and staff

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy
• Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and a registered member of the Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists
• AADL Authorizer status is an asset
• Experience with MDS and/or RAI
• Occupational Therapy experience in long term care preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates a caring, empathetic attitude in a professional, mature manner
• Good organizational and time management skills

Work Location: AgeCare Dawson

Address: 77 Merganser Drive West, Chestermere, AB T1X 3J5

Employment Type: Casual

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!