OPSEU

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Status: Temporary Full Time (6 Months)

Department: LHAP Acute Care - Occupational Therapy

Program: Healthy Aging

8 Hour Shifts, Days and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour

OPSEU: 2600001630

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing 23 June 2026 and closing at 11:59 pm on 30 June 2026.

Duties And Responsibilities

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development of treatment plans, with emphasis on optimizing return to function. Actively participating in team conferences and regular team meetings. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario; MSc. in Occupational Therapy or equivalent; Certified in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA); Previous Experience working with Inpatients with orthopaedic, medical disorders is preferred; Effective verbal and written communication skills; Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills; Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team; Ability to exercise initiative and observe strict confidentiality; Membership in CAOT, OSOT; Previous experience in an inpatient rehabilitation care setting is preferred; ADP authorization for Mobility/seating/wheelchair and splinting experience is preferred; Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; Must have satisfactory performance record; Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area.

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.

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