Occupational Therapist: Driver Evaluation Specialized Clinical Role

5 days ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

Under the direction of the Program Manager, the Occupational Therapist provides consultation, assessment, treatment, and follow-up of referred clients of the Driver Evaluation Program of the Assistive Technology Department.

This is a highly specialized clinical role helping patients and families understand a client's ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

A clinical evaluation includes a physical assessment, evaluation of visual and cognitive skills, and assessment for specialized driving equipment as well as an on-road driving evaluation in a modified vehicle and trial of adaptive equipment, as appropriate.

The Occupational Therapist provides counseling, education, and support to clients, families, and caregivers.

The Occupational Therapist collaborates with community stakeholders and advocates for clients' needs.

Requirements:

  • Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
  • Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS)
  • Minimum 2 years' clinical practice
  • BCLS
  • Completed the Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist Examination (CDRS), preferred
  • Experience in driver evaluation is an asset
  • Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Clinical experience working with older adults, preferred
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Benefits:

  • $33.97 - $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


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