Occupational Therapist - Medical Rehabilitation Services - Casual as Required

Casual as Required - No Guaranteed Hours THIS POSITION IS AT THE L09 LEVEL WITH AN HOURLY PAY RANGE OF $45.62 - $60.93 (PIPSC Bargaining Unit) Occupational Therapists work within an interdisciplinary team, to assess and plan rehabilitation and discharge planning needs for a wide variety of patient populations. The OT is responsible for the provision of service and/or expertise to the clients and staff of the Yukon Hospital Corporation’s facilities. The OT provides occupational therapy assessment and treatment to clients with a broad range of physical and mental health conditions; promotes client independence and self-esteem; supervises and directs Therapy Assistants; supervises OT students; offers consulting services to clients, family members and the health care community in general; trains and supports YHC Staff in all facilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: * Knowledge of occupational therapy philosophy and principles; * Knowledge of the rehabilitation process; * Knowledge of medical laboratory terminology; * Strong working knowledge of adapted or special equipment; * Ability to supervise and train support staff; * Ability to work independently, as well as within an interdisciplinary team; * Ability to instruct in-services and teach individual training programs; * Ability to promote client independence and self-esteem; * Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; * Strong assessment and treatment skills in the physical, social, cognitive and psychological function of individuals; * Effective interpersonal skills; * Excellent problem solving skills; * Excellent organizational skills; * Cross-cultural awareness. The successful candidate is required to have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, be eligible for individual membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a valid CPR Level C certification. Knowledge of program development, research, and evaluation; knowledge of general acute care principles and hospital procedures; knowledge of acute occupational therapy treatments (e.g. burns, CVA, dysphagia); knowledge of splinting techniques and principles; and two years related clinical experience are desired for this position. Incentives: * On-site Gym * Free Parking Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Assess and plan rehabilitation and discharge needs for diverse patient populations within an interdisciplinary team. Provide occupational therapy treatment, supervise therapy assistants and students, and offer consulting services to clients and staff.

Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, eligibility for CAOT membership, a Class 5 driver's license, and CPR Level C certification. Two years of related clinical experience and knowledge of acute care and splinting are desired.

• On-site Gym • Free Parking

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• Occupational Therapy Assessment
• Rehabilitation Planning
• Discharge Planning
• Patient Treatment
• Staff Supervision
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Clinical Instruction
• Problem Solving
• Organizational Skills
• Cross-cultural Awareness
• Splinting Techniques
• Acute Care Principles

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week