Occupational Therapist, Part Time, Rehabilitation - Complex Seating Clinic

Job Code: 14326

Status: Part Time

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Paramedical

Wage: $47.2 - $54.81

Posting Period: October 18, 2024 - October 24, 2024

Under the general direction of the Program Manager, the Occupational Therapist for the Complex Seating Clinic provides assessment of assigned clients and develops a treatment plan to support the client’s seating needs. The Occupational Therapist is accountable for maintaining the Standards of Practice and Ethics of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. The Occupational Therapist will provide clinical education and experience for allied health students and will participate in formal teaching and research in conjunction with Queen’s University. As a member of the clinical

team, the Occupational Therapist will participate in discipline-specific and inter-professional activities that are directed towards a client-centered environment and that contribute to quality, operational efficiency, professional and program development.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Graduate of a recognized school of Occupational Therapy
• Active, unrestricted license to practice with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Assistive Devices Program (ADP) Authorizer required.
• Experience in specified area of practice preferred
• Experience in instructing students an asset
  
  

Role Responsibilities

• Utilizes evidence-based practice and best practice
• Utilizes outcome measures to guide clinical decision making
• Reviews medical referrals
• Assesses level of function and the needs of clients in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure
• Establishes treatment goals in collaboration with the client
• Identifies and implements treatment to achieve client goals
• Ensures informed and knowledgeable consent is obtained for assessment, treatment, and disclosure or release of information
• Follows collaborative care plans as appropriate
• Evaluates and modifies treatment to meet client needs
• Assigns appropriate client care to support staff, monitors and supervises client treatment and progress
  
  

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails