Occupational Therapist Degree

Job summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for conducting functional and equipment assessments, physical reconditioning, and work simulation for clients across various healthcare settings. They also develop and modify client programming while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Job details

Position #: 180601 Expected Start Date: Union: HSAS Facility: Humboldt District Health Complex City/Town: Humboldt Department: Home Support Rural Therapies - Humboldt Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Occupational Therapist - Degree $38.247 to $46.77 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The community Occupational Therapist is an integral member of the community therapies team and is responsible for functional and equipment assessment and evaluation; physical reconditioning, work simulation and education for clients in an in-patient, out-patient, long term care, home care and community settings. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Licenses * Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) * Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training * Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Competencies * Advanced - Assessment skills * Advanced - Leadership skills Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to develop, evaluate and modify programming provided to clients * Ability to work independently * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Other Information * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Travel required * For more information on the city of Humboldt please visit https://humboldt.ca/ * Registered/eligible with Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy (CAOT) * Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for conducting functional and equipment assessments, physical reconditioning, and work simulation for clients across various healthcare settings. They also develop and modify client programming while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy and be registered or eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists. A valid Class 5 driver's license and a Basic Life Support Certificate are also required.

Listed skills

• Leadership skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Occupational therapy
• Functional assessment
• Equipment evaluation
• Physical reconditioning
• Work simulation
• Client education
• Assessment skills
• Leadership skills
• Programming development
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork
• Basic life support

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services