Occupational Therapist

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing clients, establishing treatment programs, and managing ongoing care in accordance with professional standards. They also collaborate with the health team, document clinical progress, and provide education to clients and caregivers.

Job details

Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settings. Bayshore is looking for a passionate and caring Occupational Therapist for our Transitional Care Units. This is a great opportunity and includes: Sign-on Bonus : $5000 Position Type : Full-Time Shifts schedule : Monday to Friday , Day Shifts Location : GTA Transitional Care Units Health and Dental Benefits The Occupational Therapist, under the direction of the immediate supervisor, is responsible for completion of professional activities that include: assessment, treatment, education, and management of clients requiring Occupational Therapy intervention, in accordance with professional standards. Clinical Responsibilities: Responsible for the assessment of clients, establishment and ongoing evaluation and revision of treatment programs, including goals and discharge plans. Maintains current accurate clinical records according to standards set by College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Documents assessment results, goals, treatment, client progress and discharge plans. Collaborates with other members of the health team as needed. Communicated pertinent information and recommendations to clients/care providers and provides education regarding treatment strategies as needed. Observes the performance of those assisting in the Occupational Therapy program and provides guidance as necessary. Other Responsibilities Maintain active standing in College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Participate in ongoing internal and/or external education activities. Adhere to Bayshore ICS Policies and Procedures Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns. Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel Complete other tasks as requested. Education Master’s Degree or recognized equivalent in Occupational Therapy. Registered and in good standing with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Experience Preference of three years providing Occupational Therapy services. Experience with clinical patient assessments and treatments; knowledge medical/legal report writing is an asset. Other Skills and Abilities Enjoy working with clients of all ages in multiple treatment environments. Strong communication (oral and written) and presentation skills. Exceptional interpersonal and decision-making skills. Ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent manner. Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team. Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and proficiency with secure email. Commitment to continual learning. Valid driver’s license. Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis. “At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.” Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.

What you’ll do

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing clients, establishing treatment programs, and managing ongoing care in accordance with professional standards. They also collaborate with the health team, document clinical progress, and provide education to clients and caregivers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. A preference is given to those with at least three years of experience in providing occupational therapy services.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Sign-on bonus

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Occupational therapy
• Patient assessment
• Treatment planning
• Clinical documentation
• Interpersonal skills
• Decision-making
• Communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Team collaboration
• Medical report writing
• Health and safety compliance
• Confidentiality management
• Presentations
• Communication
• Planning
• Management
• Decision Making
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Writing
• Report Writing
• Valid Driver's License
• Confidentiality
• Occupational Therapy
• Compassion
• Community Health
• Hepatitis
• Disabilities
• Quality Management Systems
• Transitional Care
• Discharge Planning

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Occupational Therapist
• Health Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Occupational Therapists

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