Occupational Therapist I

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health invites applications for an Occupational Therapist I at Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton. The role emphasizes clinical OT, with functional assessment and discharge planning, across inpatient and outpatient settings, and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.

The OT I position supports professional development, mentorship programs, and a strong collaborative environment within Covenant Health’s Rehabilitation Medicine unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program or recognized equivalent.
• Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) required.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical Occupational Therapy services with emphasis on functional assessment and treatment.
• Engage in client-centred case management and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with hospital staff and community agencies, and supervise therapy assistants as needed.
• Work across inpatient and outpatient settings and rotate through service areas (inpatient/outpatient).
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams to support quality improvement and professional development.

Skills

ACOT registration

BLS Level C

Education

OT degree

Job description

Compassion, respect, collaboration, integrity, social justice, and stewardship. These are the values of Covenant Health, and they are the values embodied by the people who work at the Misericordia Community Hospital. The Misericordia is a full-service acute care facility in Edmonton’s west end that provides a fast-paced, energetic workplace with a sense of community and support. All Occupational Therapist I positions regularly rotate allowing team members to develop clinical skills and knowledge in all service areas, both inpatient and outpatient. Team members can choose to pursue individual areas of interest through participation in committees, working groups, and other initiatives. A smaller facility size promotes strong interdisciplinary relationships and an atmosphere of collaboration. The Misericordia has an established reputation for commitment to quality Improvement, best practice, and the inclusion of patients as partners in their care. The Occupational Therapy team at the Misericordia supports continued professional development for team members at all levels of experience. The team is also supported by the Occupational Therapy Professional Practice Lead for Covenant Health. The team welcomes new or recent graduates, offering a mentorship program in the first year of employment that pairs new hires with an experienced team member and provides supplemental educational opportunities. New staff are supported by all team members offering the benefits of their diverse experience and backgrounds. The Misericordia is the perfect place for anyone looking to join a community of practice that builds solid clinical foundations for Occupational Therapists at the beginning of their career while continuing to engage those who are more experienced.

Description:

Description: The Occupational Therapist I (OT) services are primarily clinical in nature and require expertise in the functional assessment and treatment, client centred case management and discharge planning. Areas of treatment include but are not limited to: orthopedics, acute, stroke, post-op hands, lower extremity clinic, splinting, mental health, cognitive assessments. The position also involves consultations and collaboration with hospital staff and community agencies, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team including supervision of therapist assistant staff in the delivery of hospital based rehabilitation. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

• Classification: Occupational Therapist I
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Rehabilitation Medicine
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 25-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 7
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Occupational Therapist I
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Rehabilitation Medicine
• Primary Location: Misericordia Community Hosp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.70
• Posting End Date: 25-SEP-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 05-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 7
• Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program or recognized equivalent required.Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) required.Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Connect Care training is an asset,

Hiring Requirements

The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:

Security Screening : As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.

Be the Difference

Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.

Covenant Zone, Edmonton, Misericordia Community Hosp