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Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation ServicesNova Scotia Health Authority • Sydney, Nova Scotia, CA
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Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority • Sydney, Nova Scotia, CA
17 days ago
Salary
CA$38.43 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

About the Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager. 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 manage a busy caseload and use 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 a multidisciplinary hospital and/or community healthcare team. The OT contributes to the clinical education of OT students and related health disciplines and for supervision of OT Assistants.

About You

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

  • Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
  • Licensure with the provincial regulatory body, Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator, is mandatory
  • BLS-C
  • Please be advised that acceptance of this position includes mandatory Lymphoedema education. Travel will be required, as the course must be completed in another province or the United States and will be funded by the CBRH Foundation.
  • 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

  • Permanent full-time position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
  • May be required to work weekends
  • Travel to other sites or throughout the province required. Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Compensation and Benefits

$38.43 - $50.99 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.


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