Fredericton Occupational Therapist 1 (OT01) PCN 1155188

Job summary

Assess, plan, and provide occupational therapy services to individuals and groups, while maintaining clinical records and documentation. Support therapy assistants, students, and other healthcare providers, and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning, education, and the development and evaluation of clinical policies and best practices.

Job details

Job Purpose The Occupational Therapist is responsible for providing assessment, consultation and clinical services to enable individuals to engage in occupations of life. Qualifications Must be registered and a member in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Ability to attend work on a regular basis. Ability to perform the duties of the position. Good work record. Key Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist is responsible for: Assessing, planning, and providing therapy to individuals and groups Maintaining clinical records and documentation Providing guidance and support to therapy assistants and other health care providers Participating in interdisciplinary care planning Preparing and presenting information and education sessions Providing mentoring and support for students Participating in developing, maintaining and evaluating policies and procedures Participating in developing and sharing information related to clinical skill sets, best practices and clinical guidelines Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon’s Terms of Employment COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS Assumes Professional Responsibility Demonstrates Practice Knowledge Utilizes a Practice Process Thinks Critically Communicates Effectively Engages in Professional Development Manages the Practice Environment COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK Analytical Thinking Flexibility Mentoring & Coaching Patient Safety Patient/Client Focus Planning and Prioritizing Work Problem Solving Teamwork and Collaboration Interested? Apply Today! Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications. About Horizon’s Recruitment Process We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Horizon’s recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon’s hiring purposes. Diversity Statement Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

What you’ll do

Assess, plan, and provide occupational therapy services to individuals and groups, while maintaining clinical records and documentation. Support therapy assistants, students, and other healthcare providers, and contribute to interdisciplinary care planning, education, and the development and evaluation of clinical policies and best practices.

Requirements

Must be registered and in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists and eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Applicants must be able to attend work regularly and perform the duties of the position, and must have a good work record.

Listed skills

• assessment · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational Therapy
• Assessment
• Therapy Planning
• Clinical Documentation
• Consultation
• Interdisciplinary Care Planning
• Patient Education
• Mentoring
• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility
• Patient Safety
• Patient Focus
• Planning and Prioritization
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Clinical Record Keeping

Job areas

• Healthcare

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