Occupational Therapist

Unit SummaryStep into a job that opens countless doors. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse hospitals, we’re providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. Hamilton Health Sciences is a hospital system of 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers and volunteers that proudly serves south central Ontario residents. We also provide specialized, advanced care to people from across the province.McMaster Children’s Hospital (MCH) is part of the Hamilton Health Sciences' family of hospitals. MCH provides acute tertiary care to children up to their 18th birthday. The Pediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU) is a 12 bed L3 and 4 bed L2 unit providing critical care to infants and children. The unit provides specialized care to complex, surgical, oncology, orthopedic, trauma and medical patient populations utilizing an interdisciplinary and collaborative approach.Position SummaryThe Occupational Therapist (OT) will apply their clinical expertise of pediatric disease processes and related complex medical conditions. The OT will work with the interdisciplinary team to support and promote quality comprehensive care and follow-up to children to maximize their occupational performance (self-care, productivity and leisure) in order to facilitate discharge, community integration and functional adaptation. As a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, this role entails close liaison and communication with team members in the PCCU, including the facilitation and coordination of community services and supports.Schedule Work HoursMonday to Friday; days (some flexibility for some evening work)QualificationsCurrent registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of OntarioRelevant experience, knowledge, and clinical skills in the provision of evidence-based occupational therapy practice in the management of infants, children, adolescents (and their families)Minimum of three (3) years recent, relevant clinical experience in a tertiary pediatric ambulatory settingExperience with pediatric feeding and swallowing assessment and treatment preferred.Well-developed knowledge of the role of occupational therapy services, and other disciplines along the continuum of careDemonstrated knowledge of relevant community services and children’s treatment facilitiesDemonstrated ability to multitask in a fast paced environmentExcellent oral and written communication skillsSelf-directed and flexible practitioner with well-developed critical thinking and clinical reasoning skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritize and manage a caseload of patients to ensure optimal patient care and access to service.Commitment to quality improvement identification and implementationHamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.