Occupational Therapist - Boomerang Health

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Occupational Therapist

Job Summary

• This position is part-time/full-time and requires availability on evenings and weekends
• Work will be a mix of in-person at the clinic, school-based care and some virtual care
• Provides comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and intervention to children with a variety of occupational performance issues (OPIs)
• Follows evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment
• Provides education and feedback to families
• Communicates effectively and maintains relationships with referring physicians, healthcare providers and other relevant community stakeholders
• Manages a varied caseload and meets required timelines
• Maintains complete and accurate medical records using an electronic (computerized) system
• Other duties as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, with experience in paediatric assessment and treatment
• Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
  
  

Experience/Skills

• A minimum of three years of experience is preferred
• Strong proficiency in assessment and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions with children. Experience treating the following areas is an asset:
• Experience providing care virtually
• Proven ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Efficient time management and organizational skills are required
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in French is an asset
  
  

To Apply

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation.

How To Apply

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