Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Primary Health Care team at Nova Scotia Health Authority. The successful candidate will provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up services to patients and families in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure.
The Occupational Therapist will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans that address the unique needs of each patient. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the social determinants of health and be able to provide chronic disease prevention and management, health promotion, and self-management supports.
The successful candidate will be responsible for adhering to the COTNS Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics, and will be accountable for their own practice consistent with relevant legislation, professional, and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up services to patients and families
- Develop and implement care plans that address the unique needs of each patient
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care
- Provide chronic disease prevention and management, health promotion, and self-management supports
- Adhere to the COTNS Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics
Requirements:
- Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
- Must be licensed with College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS)
- One year related experience required (If no applicants meet the one year experience required, applicants with less than one year's experience may be considered)
- Experience in a community-based team/community setting and/or chronic pain, etc., is an asset
- Experience with individual and group education/facilitation utilizing adult education, self-management supports, and motivational enhancement principles; experience working with people with chronic disease
- BLS-C (HCP) Certification
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Programs, including Outlook
- Experience with ability to organize and maintain client health records within an EMR including continuous learning around EMR functionalities considered an asset
- Demonstrated ability with self-management support and behavior change counselling
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in team-based practice
What We Offer:
- $33.96 - $42.89 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
How to Apply:
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Nova Scotia Health Authority 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.
-
Occupational Therapist
1 month ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Occupational Therapist plays a vital role in facilitating, restoring, and maintaining patients' optimal level of function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. Working under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services, the OT collaborates with clients, caregivers, and family members to establish individualized...
-
Occupational Therapist Position
1 month ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Rehabilitation Services team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will work collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and families to facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal levels of function in areas of self-care, productivity, and...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Occupational Therapist works collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and families to facilitate optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure. This role involves consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up in various settings, including hospitals, homes, and communities. The Occupational Therapist...
-
Occupational Therapist
1 week ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the JobThe Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services.The Occupational Therapist collaborates with the client, caregivers, and family to facilitate, restore, and/or maintain the patient/client\'s optimal level of function in the areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure.The OT provides consultation,...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. This role involves collaborating with clients, caregivers, and family members to facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal levels of function in areas such as self-care, productivity, and leisure. The Occupational Therapist provides...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. The successful candidate will provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure with patients and families.The Occupational Therapist will work...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Occupational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager of Rehabilitation Services. The Occupational Therapist (OT) collaborates with clients, caregivers, and family members to facilitate, restore, and maintain optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure areas. The OT provides consultation, assessment,...
-
Occupational Therapist
6 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityNova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital. As an Occupational Therapist in this role, you will provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up services in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityNova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in a community-based setting. As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up services to patients and families in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure.The...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityNova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team in Primary Care. As an Occupational Therapist, you will provide consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure with patients and families. You will work...
-
Healthcare Professional
4 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeNova Scotia Health and IWK Health are leaders in healthcare, providing a wide range of services to our patients and communities.About the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health. As an Occupational Therapist with our organization, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the...
-
Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Occupational Therapist works collaboratively with clients, caregivers, and family members to facilitate optimal levels of function in areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure. This involves providing consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up while working within the hospital, client's home, and/or...
-
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeWe are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to work with clients, caregivers, and families at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. This role is responsible for facilitating, restoring, and maintaining optimal function in areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure.Responsibilities:Provide consultation, assessment, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up...
-
Occupational Therapist
4 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in Mental Health and Addictions. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality care to clients.The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for assessing clients' needs, developing and implementing treatment...
-
Child Therapist Position in Western Zone
7 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeDiscover a Rewarding Career at Nova Scotia Health AuthorityAbout the RoleThe Clinical Therapist is a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, providing evidence-based assessments and treatments to children and adolescents with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use Disorders.You will work closely with families, developing personalized care plans that...
-
Child Therapist
3 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is seeking a Clinical Therapist to join our team at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for delivering time-limited, evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to children and adolescents with Tier-3 mental disorders and Substance Use...
-
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityNova Scotia Health seeks a skilled Clinical Therapist to join our team in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. This role involves delivering evidence-based psycho-social assessments and treatments to children and adolescents with mental disorders and substance use issues.Responsibilities:Conduct time-limited, evidence-based assessments...
-
Youth Health Centre Coordinator
3 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Youth Health Centre Coordinator plays a vital role in the Healthy Communities Public Health Team, working within the Public Health Standards and Protocols and a Health Promoting Schools Approach. This position provides leadership, informal assessment, service navigation, youth engagement, and support for youth associated with the...
-
Youth Health Centre Coordinator
4 weeks ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout the OpportunityThe Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Youth Health Centre Coordinator. This position is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth and their families.The successful candidate will work within the Public Health Standards and Protocols...
-
Healthcare Professional
4 days ago
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeWe are seeking a skilled and dedicated Healthcare Professional to fill the role of Youth Health Centre Coordinator within our team at Nova Scotia Health Authority.About the OpportunityThe successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership, informal assessment, service navigation, youth engagement, and support for youth associated with assigned...
