Occupational Therapist (ot) - Part Time (pt) - Heritage Lodge
Extendicarerougevalley
Assessment and treatment of functional disorders
Develop and implement treatment care plans
Resident care conferences and therapy rounds
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of function and adaptive behaviour and the treatment and prevention of disorders which affect function or adaptive behaviour in order to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment function of adaptive behaviour in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of function and adaptive behaviour and the treatment and prevention of disorders which affect function or adaptive behaviour in order to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment function of adaptive behaviour in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
Extendicare offers continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities, opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization, and a rewarding and meaningful work experience.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process and gladly accommodates the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
Matching Summary
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of function and adaptive behaviour and the treatment and prevention of disorders which affect function or adaptive behaviour in order to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment function of adaptive behaviour in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Assessment and treatment of functional disorders
Develop and implement treatment care plans
Resident care conferences and therapy rounds
Ethical practice and provincial regulatory compliance
Promote resident participation and choice
Maintain professional competence and continuing education
Nice-to-have
Positive and professional attitude
Openness to new ideas and change
Effective collegial relationships
Cost-effective use of health care resources
Role model for staff and students
Key Requirements
Occupational Therapist in good standing with provincial regulatory board
Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy
Minimum of two years geriatric clinical experience preferred
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills
Ability to work independently and as a team member