Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; New Glasgow; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join its Rehabilitation Services team. In this role, you will work closely with clients and their families to enhance their self-care and productivity. Your expertise will guide the development of personalized treatment plans while managing a diverse caseload. This position not only allows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives but also offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a passionate team. If you are committed to promoting a culture of respect and excellence in health, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelors in Occupational Therapy required.
• Licensure with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to restore and maintain optimal function.
• Establish individualized treatment plans and manage a busy caseload.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Flexibility to adjust to changing needs

Competencies in other languages (French preferred)

Education

Masters or Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Req ID: 194267
Location: Northern Zone, Aberdeen Hospital
Department: OPNZ Occupational Therapy Community Base
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Posting Closing Date: 2-Jan-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with specialized services offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration, reflected in our hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs. Our passionate team provides high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

About the Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist (OT) works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The OT collaborates with clients, caregivers, and families to facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal levels of function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. Responsibilities include consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up in various settings. The OT establishes individualized treatment plans, manages a busy caseload, and provides education and support to clients, families, and caregivers. The OT also contributes to the clinical education of OT students and supervises OT Assistants, adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and the professional standards of the Nova Scotia College of Occupational Therapists.

About You

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

• Masters or Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Licensure with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to promoting a culture of respect
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to adjust to changing needs
• Reliable transportation
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

• Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
• Some travel between sites may be required.

Compensation and Benefits

$35.86 - $45.29 Hourly

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

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees. Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages all qualified applicants to apply and self-identify.