Occupational Therapist, Regular Full-Time, Rehabilitation Department

Job summary

Provide community-based occupational therapy assessment, consultation, and treatment across a diverse caseload and a range of established and evolving programs. Collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary team and contribute to community paramedicine and other rehabilitation services.

Job details

Occupational Therapist Rehabilitation Department Job Posting: OPSEU 2026-304 Regular Full-Time Position This position is eligible for the incentive grant of a maximum of $15,000 over a three-year period, funded through the Ministry of Health and approved by the Northern Health Programs. To learn more about the grant, please check out Rehabilitation Professionals Incentive Grant Program Guidelines. About The Organization. Located on the coast of beautiful Georgian Bay, our facility boasts the best that both nature and technology can offer. We work in one of Canada's most modern health care facilities and live in one of the country's top outdoor adventure destinations. You can get from desk to dock in 10 minutes! West Parry Sound Health Centre (WPSHC) has always employed an innovative planning approach aimed at integrating services. Faced with the challenges of rural care delivery, WPSHC has partnered in regional alliances and created internal programming solutions that have benefited patient care and improved services throughout the catchment area. Today our uniquely integrated health care organization includes: Lakeland Long Term Care, six Nursing Stations delivering care to rural communities, management of District ambulance services and dispatch, and a full range of in-patient and out-patient programs associated with a 90-bed acute care hospital. Being a member of the WPSHC team means you work with a leadership team that is collaborative and approachable. WPSHC team members are passionate and dedicated to delivering high-quality patient and family-centered care. Our team approach offers Physiotherapists the opportunity to use their complete skill set in a modern environment. In addition, we encourage growth and development and welcome new graduates to apply and explore this opportunity with WPSHC. For more information on WPSHC, please visit our website. About The Opportunity Applications are currently being accepted for an Occupational Therapist, reporting to the Clinical Manager of Rehabilitation and Clinical Services. The successful applicant will enjoy community-based assessment, consultation, and treatment, including a diverse caseload experience with a wide variety of both established and evolving programs; and work with an experienced and enthusiastic team. This job posting is for a current vacancy. About The Benefits In return for your dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive hourly salary of $42.51 - $59.29 based on experience. In addition, you can look forward to the following array of benefits: Comprehensive Extended Health and Dental Benefits Membership in Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Hospitals of Ontario Life Insurance Plan Life Insurance and AD&D Hospitals of Ontario Disability Insurance Plan Disability Insurance Bursary funding and paid time for education and professional development Wellness program, including an onsite gym Relocation assistance from $2500 to $5000 depending on your location Best of all, you will be welcomed into a supportive interdisciplinary team environment that will allow you to develop a wide breadth of skills. This is an opportunity to grow in an established and highly respected organization, using your experience and skills to inspire a direct and positive impact on the community. More About You Basic Requirements Current license or eligibility for membership with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario; Valid G driver’s license, along with reliable transportation and appropriate insurance; Willingness to participate in a new role emerging practice area with community paramedicine; Excellent verbal and written communication with the ability to adapt approach to target audiences Demonstrated skills and experience in health care teaching and a client centered approach; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; Demonstrated satisfactory attendance levels, work performance, disciplinary history, and positive work references; Demonstrated knowledge of various computer applications and software; Current CPR Basic Rescuer Certificate; Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the core values of the West Parry Sound Health Centre: Compassion, Accountability, Rights and Responsibilities, Excellence, and Safety. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working in the community and performing home safety assessments; Previous experience in adult education; Previous experience in an acute care setting Previous experience in inpatient rehabilitation Previous experience in neurological rehabilitation Previous experience in hand therapy and/or splint fabrication An ADP authorizer in Wheelchairs, Seating and Mobility Devices; Previous experience in assessment and treatment of cognitive disorders; A minimum of two years’ experience in occupational therapy. Please note: For the safety and well-being of our clients and employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your skills in a collaborative working environment - Apply Now! West Parry Sound Health Centre is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities to ensure equal participation. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of this competition only. Please be advised the WPSHC property is smoke-free. #IND

What you’ll do

Provide community-based occupational therapy assessment, consultation, and treatment across a diverse caseload and a range of established and evolving programs. Collaborate with an experienced interdisciplinary team and contribute to community paramedicine and other rehabilitation services.

Requirements

Applicants must hold or be eligible for membership with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario, have a valid G driver's license with reliable insured transportation, and hold a current CPR Basic Rescuer certificate. They must demonstrate client-centered teaching, communication, computer, and teamwork skills, and be willing to participate in an emerging community paramedicine practice area; two or more years of occupational therapy experience and several rehabilitation specialties are preferred.

Benefits

• Extended Health And Dental Benefits
• Hospitals Of Ontario Pension Plan Membership
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death And Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Education Bursary Funding
• Paid Professional Development Time
• Wellness Program
• Onsite Gym
• Relocation Assistance
• Potential Incentive Grant Of Up To $15,000 Over Three Years

Listed skills

• collaborative · Preferred
• Recruitment · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• positive · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Occupational Therapy
• Community-Based Assessment
• Consultation And Treatment
• Home Safety Assessments
• Client-Centered Care
• Health Care Teaching
• Interdisciplinary Teamwork
• Independent Practice
• Verbal And Written Communication
• Community Paramedicine
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Hand Therapy
• Splint Fabrication
• Cognitive Disorder Assessment And Treatment
• Wheelchair, Seating And Mobility Device Assessment

Job areas

• Healthcare

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