Occupational Therapist II

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue.io Inc. is seeking an Occupational Therapist II to serve as Rehabilitation Navigator in the Adult Specialized Outpatient Program at Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Edmonton. You will coordinate OT and allied health services for adults, while supervising students and guiding a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, leadership, and seamless transitions from inpatient to community-based care, with opportunities to shape program development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in OT or Bachelor's in OT with related experience.
• Active registration and practice permit with ACOT.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with adults in rehabilitation; 2 years in case management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OT and allied health services within the program or service area.
• Provide supervision to students and team members.
• Work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing leadership to other professionals.
• Make day-to-day clinical decisions regarding patient assessment, intervention, discharge and follow-up.
• Coordinate staffing, caseload priorities, and program development in collaboration with managers and other providers.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written and verbal communication

Computer literacy

Independent and team working

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Rehabilitation Navigator – Adult Specialized Outpatient Program. Please note, this position is open to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Recreation Therapists, Social Workers, Speech Pathologists, and Psychologists. The Rehabilitation Navigator will coordinate and facilitate patient rehabilitation with a team of allied health clinicians and ensure the overall management of the level and quality of services received by patients is in accordance with best practice standards. Duties will include ensuring a smooth transition to outpatient services and from outpatients service to community based programs, efficient and timely processing of referrals and requests, the effective management of care based on established performance and outcome indicators; and the optimal and integrated use of outpatient interprofessional and community resources, in order to provide quality service for patients and their families in accordance with their goals and based on functional outcomes. The Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (GRH) is the largest freestanding, comprehensive tertiary rehabilitation hospital in Canada, serving patients of all ages who require complex rehabilitation to enable them to participate in life to the fullest. The GRH vision is building Abilities for Life and is based on four trademarks: A leader in providing specialized tertiary rehabilitation across the lifespan. A strong partner with our patients and community in supporting patient-guided care. A leader in research and innovation. A great place to work, teach and learn. This is a collaborative program offering assessment and treatment from a multidisciplinary team of Allied Health Professionals. Program area subject to change based on operational requirements.

Description:

As an Occupational Therapist II, you will be responsible for coordinating occupational therapy and other allied health clinical services within a program or service area. You will provide supervision to students and team members as assigned. You will work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, serving as an integral member and providing leadership to other healthcare professionals. You will make day-to-day clinical decisions regarding patient and family needs related to assessment, intervention, discharge and follow-up. You will make decisions and provide guidance to team members on complex clinical cases and provide clinical leadership within the program or service area to ensure safe, efficient and effective care. You will ensure occupational therapy practice is evidence based and aligned with Alberta legislation and regulations, professional standards of practice, codes of ethics, and organizational policies and guidelines.You will coordinate the day-to-day operations of an assigned service area, monitor care delivery, identify service needs, assist with caseload management, complete chart audits, and provide follow-up and feedback to staff. You will participate in program development and operational planning and represent the department on committees and programs. You will make decisions regarding staffing level requirements, workflow and caseload priorities in collaboration with managers and other healthcare providers. As assigned, you will carry out the roles of direct clinical service provider, consultant, educator and advocate within your program or service area.

• Classification: Occupational Therapist II
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Physical Therapy, Adult Specialized Outpatient Program
• Primary Location: Glenrose Rehabilitation Hsp
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
• Temporary End Date: 12-NOV-2027
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $44.93
• Maximum Salary: $59.68
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program, or a bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program and related experience.Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Completion of master’s/bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Speech Pathologists, and Psychology from an accredited university program and related experience. Active registration and practice permit with the applicable Alberta College or Association. Minimum of three years’ (current within the last five years) experience working with adults and or older adults with rehabilitation needs. Minimum of two years’ experience in case management and service evaluation activities. Must have a solid understanding of population specific disability causation, risk factor management, medical complications, and rehabilitation concepts. Must have exceptional interpersonal communication skills, excellent written and oral skills, computer proficiency and have experience working independently and within a team. Must be able to sit, manage phone and virtual technology, use computer for long periods. Must be able to mobilize throughout a large site.

Preferred Qualifications:

Specific knowledge of the Glenrose services and relevant community services is an asset. Connect Care training and experience is preferred.