Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Town of Bridgewater; In loco; CAD 53.000 - 70.000; Part-time

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Health benefits

Defined pension plan

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Descrizione del lavoro

Nova Scotia Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a collaborative rehabilitation team. The OT will assess, develop treatment plans, and support clients across hospital, home, and community settings, prioritizing self-care, productivity and leisure goals.

Responsibilities include education for clients and families, interprofessional collaboration, and supervision of OT Assistants, with a commitment to professional standards and quality care.

Competenze

• 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 ability to educate clients and families.
• Commitment to respectful, safe practice and cultural awareness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong planning and supervision capabilities.

Mansioni

• Assess and treat clients in hospital, home, or community settings.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and goals.
• Provide education and support to clients, families and caregivers.
• Collaborate with interprofessional teams and supervise OT Assistants.

Conoscenze

Oral and written communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Independent work and time management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Formazione

OT Licensure (Nova Scotia Regulator)

Descrizione del lavoro

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 College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia. 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

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual relief position; no guaranteed hours

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.98 Hourly

$52.77 hourly with 25 years’ service with the employer.

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.