Occupational Therapist Consultant

Veracity Software Inc; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm for insurance rehabilitation is seeking an Occupational Therapist Consultant to provide expert clinical opinions on injury claims and rehabilitation. This part-time role allows remote work but requires a licensed Occupational Therapist who can provide services in Saskatchewan, participate in essential meetings, and offer expert testimony in legal matters. The position demands strong skills in clinical judgment and documentation review, focusing on enhancing injury management processes within SGI.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with strong clinical background in rehabilitation.
• At least 18 months of clinical rehabilitation experience required.
• Ability to independently assess complex rehab cases.

Responsibilities

• Review claims and provide professional opinions.
• Participate in HMVRT meetings and case discussions.
• Provide expert testimony and legal representation.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation review

Rehabilitation practices

Communication

Education

Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program

Registered and licensed with SCOT

Job description

Primary Location: Remote (work from anywhere). Onsite Location: Saskatchewan (typically Regina, SK, but may include other cities for hearings/tribunals).

Contract Term: 2 Years + up to 3 Option Years - Part-Time (:4 Hrs/Week)

Travel: Required for onsite meetings and legal proceedings in Saskatchewan

Non-Local Candidates: Accepted if licensed in Saskatchewan and able to travel as needed

Ideal Candidate: A licensed Occupational Therapist with a strong clinical background in rehabilitation and modifications, excellent judgment, experience in documentation review, and a willingness to contribute meaningfully to SGI's injury management and claims review processes.

SGI (Saskatchewan Government Insurance) is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist Consultant to serve as a clinical subject matter expert in injury claims, rehabilitation, and home/vehicle modification evaluations. This part‑time consulting role involves case review, professional guidance, committee participation, and expert testimony on behalf of SGI.

Key Responsibilities

• File and claims review
• Assess individual injury claims and provide professional opinions on:
• Suitability of home/vehicle modifications
• Adequacy of SGI documentation (guidelines, forms)
• Future management strategies and referral recommendations
• HMVRT (Home Modification & Vehicle Review Team) participation
• Attend bi‑weekly HMVRT meetings (virtually or in‑person)
• Provide expert verbal and written input on proposed modifications and functional suitability
• Clinical consulting & advisory
• Guide external Occupational Therapists and SGI personal injury specialists on rehabilitation and modification practices
• Submit updated CV upon request
• Deliver professional insights and recommendations to SGI leadership and teams
• Research & best practices
• Advise SGI on new research and emerging best practices in OT, rehabilitation, and injury management
• Suggest improvements to SGI policies, procedures, and clinical documentation
• Legal representation & expert testimony
• Provide evidence or testimony related to documented clinical opinions at:
• Automobile Injury Appeal Commission
• King's Bench Court of Saskatchewan
• Other hearings, tribunals, or legal proceedings
• Professional liaison
• Maintain communication between SGI and OT regulatory/professional bodies
• Represent SGI professionally in matters of mutual concern

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program
• Registered and licensed with the Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists (SCOT)
• In good standing with SCOT
• Minimum 18 months of clinical rehabilitation experience
• Available to provide consulting services 4 hours/week (flexible)
• Willing and able to travel to Saskatchewan for onsite meetings and legal obligations
• Ability to assess complex rehab cases with independence and professional judgment