Occupational Therapist Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Swift Current, Canada is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide assessment and treatment for patients across various health care settings. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and at least one year of experience in a mental health setting. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. Registered or eligible with CAOT and Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists preferred. This role offers an opportunity to positively impact patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing the therapeutic process.
• 1 year experience in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment and treatment of patients in multiple health care settings.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Description: The Occupational Therapist provides assessment and treatment of patients, clients, and residents of all ages with physical, cognitive and/or psychosocial impairments in multiple health care settings as per therapy protocols and best practice guidelines.

Experience

• Experience in performing the therapeutic process
• 1 year experience in a mental health setting.

Education

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Competencies

• Verbal communication skills
• Written Communication Skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in community development
• Knowledge of human development relating to Autism Spectrum Disorder

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy (CAOT)
• Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement