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Bedford, Canada Shannex Incorporated Full timeJob Number: J- Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant, Transitional Health Job Category: Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA, Social Work, Dietitian, Recreation & Wellness, Music Therapy) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Number of Positions: 1 Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe,...
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Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Full timeJob DescriptionIf you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider a rewarding career as a Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant with our new West Bedford Transitional Health team, where you will help redefine how patients transition from hospital to home.This innovative facility integrates data and technology into...
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Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada Shannex Full timeIf you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.We are searching for a permanent full-time Occupational Therapy...
Occupational Therapist, Transitional Health
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Job Number: J- Job Title: Occupational Therapist, Transitional Health Job Category: Allied Health (PT, OT, PTA/OTA, Social Work, Dietitian, Recreation & Wellness, Music Therapy) Job Type: Permanent Full Time Date Posted: January 27, Closing Date: April 30, Number of Positions: 2 Job Description If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider a rewarding career as an Occupational Therapist with our new West Bedford Transitional Health team, where you will help redefine how patients where you will help redefine how patients transition from hospital to home. This innovative facility provides specialized, person-centered care for individuals who no longer require hospital-level treatment but need additional support to safely return home or reintegrate into their community. Our team is grounded in dignity, safety, and clinical professionalism in every interaction — working in ways that are respectful, collaborative, and focused on meaningful results for patients and families. Reporting to the Allied Health Manager, the Occupational Therapist plays an integral role in supporting patients’ goals of returning home or to their community.
This role thrives on interprofessional collaboration, respectful communication, and evidence-based clinical expertise to develop care plans aligned with patient and family goals, using shared decision-making and mutual support. Meaningful Benefits You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work, and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence. At the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measurable difference in the lives of our patients.
Additional benefits include: $5k signing bonus Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program Immigration and Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Life, travel, and other insurances Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan RRSP program (5% employer matching) Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance Free onsite parking Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence Opportunities to contribute to sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives Recognition and rewards for service excellence, safety, and results About the Opportunity As part of the allied health team, you will work in a highly collaborative and results-oriented environment alongside Physiotherapists, Recreation Therapists, Social Workers, Dietitians, Nurses, and Nurse Practitioners to support patients’ functional goals for discharge home. You will: Manage and prioritize your caseload while contributing to each patient’s overall plan of care through consultation, assessment, intervention, evaluation, and follow-up across the site, patient homes, and community settings Work respectfully and collaboratively with patients, caregivers, families, and the interdisciplinary team to restore and maintain optimal function in self-care, productivity, and leisure Conduct comprehensive assessments using standardized and non-standardized tools to evaluate independence in activities of daily living, seating and mobility, swallowing and meal texture, skin integrity, and splinting needs Coordinate management and maintenance of mobility and adaptive equipment Design and fabricate adaptive equipment, utensils, splints, and orthotic devices while ensuring safe and effective use Document progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in accordance with professional and organizational standards Support team effectiveness by outlining work assignments, supervising team members, and contributing to recruitment, onboarding, and professional development Participate in performance management processes in collaboration with Human Resources Prepare reports, funding requests, and program statistics while maintaining accurate health records Contribute to a culture that is innovative, aspiring, and committed to continuous improvement Perform additional duties as required About You You are a respectful, collaborative healthcare professional who is passionate about helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes. You are committed to safe, professional practice and inspired by opportunities to be part of an innovative and evolving model of care. You bring: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy Current registration with the provincial Association of Occupational Therapists Minimum one year of clinical experience Valid CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to occupational therapy practice Experience with adaptive equipment, mobility devices, utensils, and splints Experience using an Electronic Health Record system (an asset) Previous experience in acute care or a comparable environment (an asset) Ability to provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check upon hire About Us Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life.
Since , Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health.
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