[Hiring] Occupational Therapist @Bayshore

Role Description

The Occupational Therapist (OT), under the direction of the Manager of Rehabilitation, is responsible for completing professional activities that include:

• Assessment
• Treatment
• Report writing
• Communication with health care professionals and referral sources
• Team meetings
• Overall management of caseload

Areas of practice include:

• Workplace Safety Insurance (WSIB)
• Auto Insurance
• Vocational Rehab
• Mental Health
• Accessible Transit
• Private services

Occupational Therapy services are carried out in client’s homes, communities, and worksites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor/Master’s degree in occupational therapy
• Preference of at least two years providing Occupational Therapy
• Passion for the role and enthusiasm
• Willingness to explore diverse opportunities
• Desire to make a difference to the clients served
• Skills in mental health, accessibility, and home safety
• Mobility/wheelchair assessments (ADP authorizers)
• Vocational rehab, ergonomics, cognitive rehab
• Functional abilities evaluations
• Experience with complex injuries such as acquired brain injury and spinal cord injury is an asset

Requirements

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Maintains professional liability insurance
• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external education activities
• Adheres to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures
• Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System
• Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties
• Responsible for notifying immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns
• Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information
• Completes other tasks as requested

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates based on years of experience
• Flexible work hours: full time (depending on location), part time, or casual work to supplement current employment
• Virtual education meetings with guest speakers
• Excellent mentoring and coaching from experienced managers