Occupational Therapist II

Alberta Health Services; Fairview; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Living Allowance

Remote Retention Allowance

Relocation assistance

Recruitment incentive

Job summary

Alberta Health Services in Fairview is seeking an Occupational Therapist II to lead and coordinate occupational therapy and allied health services within the Fairview Health Complex. You will supervise students and team members and advise on complex cases, driving client-centered decisions and collaboration with families and the interdisciplinary team.

You will ensure evidence-based practice, participate in program planning, and contribute to safe, efficient care delivery while navigating

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program or 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).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OT and other allied health services within a program or service area.
• Provide supervision of students and team members as assigned.
• Make day-to-day clinical decisions on patient/family needs regarding assessment, intervention, discharge and follow-up.
• Provide clinical leadership within the program or service area to ensure safe, efficient and effective client care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical decision making

Evidence-based practice

Supervision

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

ACOT registration/eligibility

Job description

Your Opportunity:
We are seeking an exceptional Occupational Therapist II to work at the Fairview Health Complex. A welcoming northern community that offers the perfect balance of professional fulfillment and an exceptional lifestyle. Picture yourself living in a place surrounded by rolling farmland, expansive prairie skies, and the natural beauty of the Peace Country region. Fairview provides a relaxed pace of life, and endless opportunities for year‑round outdoor adventure. From hiking, fishing, camping in the summer to skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, this area is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Add to that a warm, welcoming community, and you’ve found an ideal setting to live, work, and thrive. You’ll be the driving force in guiding clinical decisions, supporting clients through meaningful interventions, and fostering strong collaboration with families, interdisciplinary team members, and community partners. You will champion creative, client-centered solutions that enhance functional independence and elevate the quality of care. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want a career where your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your impact is felt every single day, this is your chance. You’ll enjoy a competitive rate of pay and eligibility for the Northern Living Allowance, AHS currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. Relocation assistance may be available. This position may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000, based on the length of your Return for Service. For full details, visit rcif-hsaa.ca.

Description

As an Occupational Therapist II, you will be responsible for the coordination of occupational therapy and other allied health clinical services within a program or service area. You will provide supervision of students and team members as assigned. As an Occupational Therapist II, you will be responsible to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team where you will be an integral member, providing leadership to other healthcare professionals. You will be making day‑to‑day clinical decisions on patient/family needs regarding assessment, intervention, discharge and follow‑up. You will make decisions and advise team members on complex clinical cases and provide clinical leadership within the program or service area to ensure safe, efficient and effective client care. You will ensure occupational therapy practice is evidence‑based and in alignment with Alberta legislation and regulations, professional standards of practice, code of ethics and AHS policy and guidelines. You will be providing coordination of the day‑to‑day operations of an assigned service area and monitoring care delivery, identifying service needs and assisting other medical staff with caseload management, completing chart audits and providing follow‑up and feedback to staff. You will be participating in program development and operational planning and representing the department on committees or programs. You will be making decisions on staffing level requirements, workflow and caseload priorities in collaboration with managers and other healthcare providers. As assigned, you will carry out the roles of a direct clinical service provider, consultant, educator and/or advocate in your program or service area.

Classification: Occupational Therapist II Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Allied Health Primary Location: Fairview Health Complex Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 31-AUG-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 09-SEP-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 10 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $43.62 Maximum Salary: $57.94 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited university program or 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

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications

As Required.