Occupational Therapist

Position Name: Occupational Therapist Expected Start Date: Immediately Union: Non-Unionized Position Facility: All Nations’ Healing Hospital City/Town: Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. Department: First Nations Health Services Type: Temporary – One Year Term FTE: Part Time Shift Information: Monday to Friday Hours of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Field Hours: 7.5 hours per day Salary or Pay Band: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience Job Description: The File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council is a dynamic and progressive organization that provides a range of programs and health services which serve eleven First Nations throughout Southern Saskatchewan within the Treaty Four Territory. The position is based at the All Nations Healing Hospital, located in Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. The Occupational Therapist will work as part of the rehabilitation team and greater multidisciplinary team to provide holistic therapy services in various settings including inpatient unit, outpatient department, and 11 First Nation communities, within a culturally responsive client directed care model. Serving a diverse population, the Occupational Therapist will work to full scope of practice and will be accountable for all aspects of occupational therapy care, ensuring best practice standards. The Occupational Therapist will provide consultation to clinical and medical staff and the greater multidisciplinary team and provide a leadership role to support program development and excellence in occupational therapy services within the team. Travel Required: Yes Education Current BLS certification Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapy (SSOT) Other Education and Training Current BLS certification Valid Saskatchewan drivers license CPIC and Vulnerable Sector Check Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge, understanding, and cultural humility working with First Nations Ability to work independently and as a member of the multidisciplinary team Ability to lead and motivate within the team to facilitate innovative practice and high standards of care Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to assist and/or develop policies and procedures according to best practices Demonstrate responsible decision making through applicable knowledge, critical thinking, and sound clinical, ethical, and legal practice Mentorship of students completing clinical placement Ability to organize workload demands to accommodate inpatient, outpatient, and community needs Demonstrates current and up to date knowledge of available adaptive equipment Ability to assess, order, and set up appropriate adaptive equipment for individuals with a variety of needs Demonstrates competency in wheelchair seating Trained and competent in administering cognitive assessments Demonstrates initiative to advocate for clients to a variety of funding sources to ensure clients receive the highest quality care Other Information Demonstrated knowledge, respect, and understanding of First Nations culture and traditions. Competitive health benefits and pension plan Open Until a Suitable Candidate is Found All interested individuals should forward a cover letter clearly demonstrating how they meet the requirements of this position, a current resume and three references to: Human Resources FHQTC Health Services P.O. Box 300 Fort Qu’Appelle, SK. S0G 1S0 Fax: 306-332-3790 E-mail: hr.anhh@fhqtc.com We thank all applicants for applying. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted

The Occupational Therapist will function as part of the rehabilitation and multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic therapy services across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, adhering to a culturally responsive, client-directed care model. This role requires working to the full scope of practice, ensuring best practice standards, providing consultation, and taking a leadership role in supporting program development for occupational therapy services.

Candidates must possess current BLS certification and be registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapy (SSOT), along with a valid Saskatchewan driver's license and successful CPIC/Vulnerable Sector Check. Essential abilities include cultural humility when working with First Nations, strong independent and team collaboration skills, excellent communication, and competency in clinical tasks like adaptive equipment setup and cognitive assessments.

• Competitive Health Benefits • Pension Plan

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• Occupational Therapy
• Holistic Therapy
• Client Directed Care
• Best Practice Standards
• Consultation
• Program Development
• BLS Certification
• Cultural Humility
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Policy Development
• Critical Thinking
• Mentorship
• Adaptive Equipment
• Cognitive Assessments
• Wheelchair Seating

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week