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Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority
Middleton, NS, CA
$33,31-$42,06 an hour
Full-time

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 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 in Occupational Therapy
  • Licensure with the provincial regulatory body, the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia, 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

  • Temporary Full-time Short Assignment / % FTE / 75 Hours Bi-weekly
  • June 28, - September 27,

Compensation and Incentives

$33.31 - $42.06 Hourly

30+ days ago
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