Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Kentville; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nova Scotia Health Authority invites applications for an Occupational Therapist in Rehabilitation Services at Valley Regional Hospital, Western Zone. This permanent full-time position provides assessment, treatment, and follow-up to help clients achieve optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure.

You will work with clients, families, and an interprofessional team, develop individualized plans, prioritize caseload, and contribute to education and program development across

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy.
• Licensure with the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator is mandatory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to educate clients and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; flexible to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, evaluate and follow-up with patients.
• Collaborate with clients, caregivers and family to restore/maintain function.
• Prioritize issues daily using clinical judgement and make decisions.
• Provide education and support to clients, families and caregivers.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

BSc/MSc in Occupational Therapy

Licensure with NSOTR

Job description

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Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 227931
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: OPWZ Rehab Physiotherapy VRH
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: CUPEHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 26-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The Occupational Therapist (OT) works in collaboration with the client, caregivers and family to facilitate, restore and/or maintain the patient/clients optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. The OT provides consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation and follow-up while working within the hospital, the client's home and/or their community. The OT, in collaboration with the client, establishes individualized treatment plans and goals, independently manages a busy caseload and uses clinical judgement and decision-making skills to prioritize issues on a daily basis. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills are required. The OT provides education and support to clients, families and caregivers. The OT functions as both a member of an occupational therapy clinical team and an interprofessional hospital and/or community healthcare team. The OT contributes to the clinical education of OT students and related health disciplines and to supervision of OT Assistants. The OT is responsible for adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of their licensing body, the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator. The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Licensure with the provincial regulatory body, Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator, is mandatory
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to facilitate education programs and interact positively with patients/clients, families, other health care providers and staff
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect that supports safety, ethical practices, cultural awareness and organizational health
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while effectively planning, organizing, and supervising
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
• Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.98 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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