Occupational Therapist I (2024-1244)

Carewest Innovative Healthcare; Calgary; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team in Calgary. This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for residents through tailored assessments, treatment plans, and discharge strategies in a rehabilitation setting. As part of a supportive environment, you will also provide clinical supervision to staff and students, ensuring the highest standards of care. This is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced professionals and new graduates looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals recovering from musculoskeletal injuries. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized Master's or Degree program in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care through focused assessment, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Contribute to residents' quality of life through appropriate interventions.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Client Care

Assessment and Treatment

Discharge Planning

Education

Master's or Degree in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Clinical Supervision

AADL Authorizer

FIM Certification

Job description

Position Details

Position Status: Casual

Location: Glenmore Park, Occupational Therapy Subacute MSK BW

Hours: 0.00 FTE

Shift: Days

Shift Times: 0800-1615

Union: HSAA

Rate of Pay: $38.90 - $51.80

PCN: 0

Date Competition Closes: December 09, 2024

The Opportunity

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for providing client care through focused assessment, treatment, and discharge planning on our rehabilitation and recovery units. The role contributes to our residents' quality of life through appropriate interventions to maximize safe, functional independence on our continuing care units. Additional duties include providing clinical supervision to support staff and students, as well as other related responsibilities as required.

Program Summary:

Musculoskeletal (MSK) Program – for adults following an acute phase of musculoskeletal injury or who have had a bone or joint surgical procedure and require care and rehabilitation before returning to the community.

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from a recognized Master's or Degree program in Occupational Therapy
2. Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)
3. Eligible for membership in CAOT
4. AADL Authorizer and FIM certified considered as assets

Experience:

1. Experience using occupational therapy in a clinical and/or continuing care setting, and amputee care considered as assets

New grad/provisional occupational therapists are welcome.