Occupational Therapist I

Alberta Health Services; High River; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services’ Calgary Rural Rehabilitation team is seeking an Occupational Therapist I for a temporary part-time 0.40 FTE position based at High River General Hospital. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to support (sub)acute care clients and may cover other rural sites with mileage and time reimbursed.

Days negotiable, with opportunities for additional shifts across the Rural portfolio.

Qualifications

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program.
• ACOT registration required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-informed OT services focusing on occupational performance.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams to integrate rehabilitation across acute and outpatient care.
• Support rural sites and participate in program development and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

BCLS-HCP

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Assessment skills

Patient handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

ACOT registration

Job description

Come join the dynamic Calgary Rural Rehabilitation team! This temporary part-time 0.4 FTE opportunity will be based out of the High River General Hospital. The Occupational Therapist will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and will primarily support (sub)Acute Care clients. On occasion, this position will also support other sites within the Rural portfolio (mileage and time are reimbursed). There will be opportunities to pick up additional shifts and support other areas within our rural service area (Outpatient / LTC). Days of work are negotiable. High River is located 25 min South of Calgary city limits. The hospital supports 27 (+3) acute care beds, 50 Long term care residents, an emergency department, labor and delivery, and cancer care. Reporting to the Rural Allied Health Manager (Adults), the Occupational Therapist will work with our existing rehabilitation team to provide integrated rehabilitation services across the continuum of health services. In addition to performing your clinical roles you will be expected to foster effective relationships within the site and across our rehabilitation teams, and at time participate in quality improvement and program development initiatives within the Rural Calgary zone.

Description:

As an Occupational Therapist (OT), you will provide evidence-informed services, with a focus on occupational performance, designed to meet the needs of individuals, groups, and communities. You may act as a direct service provider, consultant, educator, or advocate and function as an integral member of the healthcare team. You will engage individuals, groups, and communities to enable meaningful and chosen occupations, including self-care, productivity, and leisure. You will support clients in achieving optimal functional abilities and independence related to their cognitive, affective, spiritual, and physical strengths and limitations.As an OT, you will provide comprehensive services, including triage, screening, consultation, assessment, diagnosis, collaborative goal setting, treatment, prevention, self-management, education, case management, referral, transition support, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders and supports within the client's physical, institutional, cultural, and social environments. You will include clients and families as integral members of the healthcare team, encouraging their active participation in all aspects of care. You will collaborate with clients and families to determine, implement, and evaluate rehabilitation plans.You will participate in a variety of interprofessional teams to build awareness, enhance supports, and engage in quality improvement by partnering with healthcare providers, patients, families, and other stakeholders to advance services for clients. You will contribute to quality improvement and the professional community and participate in peer mentoring and student supervision. You may also provide clinical supervision to Therapy Assistants and Therapy Aides.

• Classification: Occupational Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: acute care, outpatient
• Primary Location: High River
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.40
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 27-FEB-2028
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 4
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

• Classification: Occupational Therapist I
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: acute care, outpatient
• Primary Location: High River
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 0.40
• Posting End Date: 03-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Temporary End Date: 27-FEB-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 4
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.51
• Maximum Salary: $56.60
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications:

Completion of a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program.Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support- Healthcare Provider (BCLS-HCP) required (or to be obtained within 2 months from start date). Excellent computer, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Strong assessment, conflict resolution and time management skills are required. Proven ability to provide exceptional clinical care within a continually changing healthcare environment. Physically able to perform all assigned tasks. You will be responsible for transferring / handling patients, carry and move equipment (lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing and pulling upwards to 50 Ibs) as a regular part of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a rural area is strongly preferred. Previous experience working with an Acute Care population is an asset. AADL authorizer for small equipment and level A wheelchair and seating benefits. Good knowledge of current cognitive screening tools and assessments for an elderly population. At least 1 year of experience working as an Occupational Therapist.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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