Occupational Therapy Assistant - Assistive Technology, Rehabilitative and Supportive Care Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant for a permanent, full-time role in Halifax. Responsibilities include delivering therapeutic interventions, managing custom wheelchair systems, and supporting patient care. The successful candidate will possess a relevant diploma, ideally have clinical experience, and demonstrate strong communication skills. Enjoy the benefits of a competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Long-term disability and life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ clinical practice preferred.
• Annual BCLS certification required.
• Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver interventions assigned by therapists for patients with mobility issues.
• Support the Wheelease Program and manage wheelchair equipment.
• Collaborate with team members for patient care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Creativity

Education

Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Graduation from an accredited Rehabilitation Assistant education program

Job description

Occupational Therapy Asst.(Rehab Asst.)- Assistive Technology - Rehab & Supportive Care Srvs

Req ID: 156224
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre - QEII
Department: OPCZ Occupational Therapy QE2
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Status: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 16-Aug-23

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of 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. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, and under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant is an active member of the patient care team, works with individuals, families and groups to help educate and promote movement, occupation, and function. Working collaboratively with their team, the Occupational Therapy Assistant is responsible for the safe and proficient delivery of interventions that have been assigned by the therapists for patients coping with limitations in movement and daily function. In this role, The Occupational Therapy Assistant also supports the Wheelease Program, receiving and troubleshooting orders for custom wheelchair equipment, coordinating workflow, repairs, purchases and shipments, and following up on checked in and out equipment as well as maintaining and updating the inventory system. The Occupational Therapy Assistant works with Occupational Therapists and other team members to provide custom temporary wheelchair systems to inpatients throughout Central Zone.

The successful applicant may be required to provide services anywhere within the Rehabilitation Services portfolio.

Qualifications

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

• Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program recognized by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy or graduation from an accredited Rehabilitation Assistant education program (combination of Occupational Therapy Assistant & Physiotherapy Assistant programs)
• Previous experience and/or knowledge of seating and mobility systems required
• Ability to communicate well with both patients and their families and staff
• Good interpersonal skills and be able to work collaboratively with team members
• Minimum 2 years’ clinical practice, preferred
• Annual BCLS certification
• Commitment to confidentiality and protection of clients’ personal health information and an understanding of related policies and best practices
• Strong communication, creativity, problem solving and organizational skills are required
• Must be adaptable, flexible and demonstrate initiative
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with health care team members, clients, caregivers and students
• Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset
  

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

This position is classified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, those who have accredited Rehabilitation Assistant education

(combination of Occupational Therapy Assistant & Physiotherapy Assistant programs)

are invited to apply!

Hours of Work

• Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.

Salary Information

Occupational Therapy Assistant

$22.72 - $25.82 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.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Preferred candidates must be able to demonstrate proof of primary series of COVID -19 vaccine at time of hire.

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.

The Nova Scotia Health Authority is a provincial health authority serving Nova Scotia, Canada.

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