Occupational Therapist
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Job Summary
Position Name:Occupational Therapist
Expected Start Date:October 27 2025
Expected End Date:October 27 2026
Union:Non-Unionized Position
Facility:All Nations Healing Hospital
City/Town:Fort QuAppelle SK.
Department: First Nations Health Services
Type:Temporary One Year Term
FTE:Full Time/Part Time
Shift Information:Monday to Friday
Hours of Work:8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Relief: N/A
Float: N/A
Field Hours:7.5 hours per day
Salary or Pay Band:Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
Job Description:
The File Hills QuAppelle Tribal Council is a dynamic and progressive organization that provides a range of programs and health services which serve eleven First Nations throughout Southern Saskatchewan within the Treaty Four Territory. The position is based at the All Nations Healing Hospital located in Fort QuAppelle SK.
The Occupational Therapist will work as part of the rehabilitation team and greater multidisciplinary team to provide holistic therapy services in various settings including inpatient unit outpatient department and 11 First Nation communities within a culturally responsive client directed care model. Serving a diverse population the Occupational Therapist will work to full scope of practice and will be accountable for all aspects of occupational therapy care ensuring best practice standards. The Occupational Therapist will provide consultation to clinical and medical staff and the greater multidisciplinary team and provide a leadership role to support program development and excellence in occupational therapy services within the team.
Travel Required: Yes
Education
Current BLS certification
Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapy (SSOT)
Other Education and Training
Current BLS certification
CPIC and Vulnerable Sector Check
Licenses
Valid Saskatchewan drivers license
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge understanding and cultural humility working with First Nations
Ability to work independently and as a member of the multidisciplinary team
Ability to lead and motivate within the team to facilitate innovative practice and high standards of care
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to assist and/or develop policies and procedures according to best practices
Demonstrate responsible decision making through applicable knowledge critical thinking and sound clinical ethical and legal practice
Mentorship of students completing clinical placement
Ability to organize workload demands to accommodate inpatient outpatient and community needs
Demonstrates current and up to date knowledge of available adaptive equipment
Ability to assess order and set up appropriate adaptive equipment for individuals with a variety of needs
Demonstrates competency in wheelchair seating
Trained and competent in administering cognitive assessments
Demonstrates initiative to advocate for clients to a variety of funding sources to ensure clients receive the highest quality care
Other Information
Demonstrated knowledge respect and understanding of First Nations culture and traditions.
Competitive health benefits and pension plan
All interested individuals should forward a cover letter clearly demonstrating how they meet the requirements of this position a current resume and three references to:
Human Resources
FHQTC Health Services
P.O. Box 300
Fort QuAppelle SK. S0G 1S0
We thank all applicants for applying. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
We are a Mission Driven Long Term Care organization owned and operated by the Catholic Health Ministry of Saskatchewan. We are affiliated with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) serving 147 residents and their families (94 LTC, 49 cognitively impaired, 4 respite). A life-giving ... View more
