Occupational Therapist Consultant

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

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist Consultant to provide expert opinions on injury claims and rehabilitation. This part-time position requires a strong clinical background, travel for onsite meetings in Saskatchewan, and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates should be registered with the Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists and have significant rehabilitation experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program.
• Registered with Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists.
• Minimum 18 months of clinical rehabilitation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct file and claims reviews for individual injury claims.
• Provide professional opinions on home/vehicle modifications suitability.
• Participate in bi-weekly Home Modification & Vehicle Review Team meetings.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Documentation review

Rehabilitation expertise

Communication

Education

Graduate of recognized Occupational Therapy program

Registered and licensed with SCOT

Job description

Overview

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

Recruiter Submission Template - Occupational Therapist Consultant (SGI)

• Full Name
• Are you a graduate of a recognized Occupational Therapy program? (Y/N)
• Registered with Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists (SCOT)?
• Practicing License Number & Expiry (SCOT: Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists)
• Member in Good Standing with SCOT - Saskatchewan College of Occupational Therapists?
• Total Years of Clinical Experience in Rehabilitation
• Do you meet the minimum requirement of 18 months rehabilitation experience?
• Experience with Home and Vehicle Modifications (Y/N, Details)
• Experience Reviewing Injury Claims / Insurance Files (Y/N, Details)
• Experience Providing Expert Opinions on Functional Ability (Y/N, Examples)
• Familiarity with SGI or Similar Insurance Guidelines (Y/N, Details)
• Experience Providing Guidance to Other OTs / Injury Specialists (Y/N, Details)
• Availability to Attend Bi-Weekly HMVRT Meetings?
• Availability to Attend Hearings/Tribunals/Court in Saskatchewan?
• Previous Testimony / Expert Witness Experience (Y/N, Details)
• Experience with OT Regulatory / Professional Liaison (Y/N, Details)
• Knowledge of Latest Rehab Research & Best Practices (Y/N, Examples)
• Familiar with ISO 27002:2022 or Equivalent Info Security Standards (Y/N)
• Motivation / Reason for Interest in this Position
• Contact Number
• Email ID
• LinkedIn ID
• Full Address (Street, City, State, ZIP Code)
• Notice Period (in weeks)
• Current Work Authorization in Canada (Citizen/PR/Other)
• Expected Hourly Rates
• Is it T4 or C2C? If C2C, please provide corporation name
• Are you willing to relocate on your own expenses and work Part-Time (4 Hrs/Week)? (Y/N)