Occupational Therapist

7 months ago


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

Reporting to the Manager Continuing Care, the Occupational Therapist provides consultation, assessment, treatment and follow-up of clients in the occupational performance areas of self-care, productivity and leisure for clients in the community throughout Central Zone of Nova Scotia Health. The objectives of treatment are to facilitate, restore and/or maintain clients' optimal level of function. The Occupational Therapist provides intervention to address clients' occupational performance components (physical, cognitive and/or affective). The Occupational Therapist provides education and support to clients, families and caregivers. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are required. The Occupational Therapist is a member of the Community Occupational Therapy - Physiotherapy Team and liaises with Continuing Care, multidisciplinary hospital care teams and community agencies and service providers.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience practicing as an Occupational Therapist
  • Community experience is preferred
  • Maintain current certification in CPR
  • BLS-C (HCP) Certification
  • Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle required for home/community visits
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours
  • Long Assignment, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly
  • Beginning June 30, with a duration of August 31,
  • Dates are subject to change
  • Hours of work may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Compensation and Incentives

$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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