Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services (203270)
Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services (203270)
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Job Description
Req ID: 203270
Location: Central Zone Dartmouth General Hospital
Department: OPCZ DGH & TAs Occupational Therapy
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEUHealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 3-Jun-25
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. Were on a mission to achieve excellence in health healing and learning through working together which is reflected in the hospitals health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic tertiary and quaternary care as well as continuing care primary health care public health and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators collaborators and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe theres a place here for everyone to call home from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means youll have the time to explore discover and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
The occupational therapist works under the supervision of a CZ Manager and is a member of the interdisciplinary Seniors Care Team responsible for providing service to seniors >65 years of age in the emergency department and community settings. The occupational therapist participates in the triage assessment planning delivery and transfer of occupational therapy services that will supportseniors to enhance their independence and function at home. The occupational therapist requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively to the full scope of their practice within a busy multidisciplinary environment. The occupational therapist requires the ability to multi-task prioritize workload and manage their time efficiently.
The occupational therapist provides collaborative senior centered care across the health care continuum supporting the physical psychosocial and emotional well-being of all individuals (including patients families groups populations and communities). This position requires clinical coordination within the team and with community partners. The occupational therapist contributes to the clinical education of occupational therapy students and related health disciplines. The occupational therapist is responsible for adhering to Nova Scotia Health policies and procedures and to the professional standards of their licensing body.
The Occupational Therapist may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
- Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS)
- BCLS certification
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Course is an asset
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong communication creativity problem solving and organizational skills is required
- Ability to be flexible and adjust to the changing needs of the service and the program/facility
- Must be able to work alone or with team members in all service settings
- Experience working with patient with complex chronic health conditions
- Experience working in a community setting is an asset
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in Geriatric Care preferred
- Capacity to achieve a high degree of autonomous practice
- Valid drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle are required
- Travel to visit clients in the place they call home within Central Zone is required
- Competencies in other languages an asset French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
Compensation and Benefits
$36.58 - $47.35 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health dental travel long-term disability and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once Youve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions bargaining units or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority benefits and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Foreign Nationals/Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify.
Employment Type
Full-Time
