occupational therapist (OT)

Additional Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting

• Neurology and neuro-surgery
• Orthopedics
• Willing to relocate
• Vocational rehabilitation
• Vocational evaluation and training centre
• Community occupational therapy
• Home care and visiting care agency
• Private practice
• Rehabilitation centre and special health institution

Tasks

• Analyse clients' capabilities and expectations related to life activities through observation, interviews and formal assessments
• Consult and advise on health promotion programs to prevent disabilities and to maximize independent function in all activities of life
• Develop and implement treatment programs
• Evaluate treatment progress
• Maintain clinical and progress reports

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists Membership
• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Adult Abuse Registry check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Work under pressure

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Long term benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Other benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities