Occupational Therapist I

Description: The Occupational Therapist I (OT) services are primarily clinical in nature and require expertise in the functional assessment and treatment, client centred case management and discharge planning. Areas of treatment include but are not limited to: orthopedics, acute, stroke, post-op hands, lower extremity clinic, splinting, mental health, cognitive assessments. The position also involves consultations and collaboration with hospital staff and community agencies, and working closely with an interdisciplinary team including supervision of therapist assistant staff in the delivery of hospital based rehabilitation. This position is covered by the terms and conditions of the HSAA Paramedical Professional/Technical Collective Agreement.

Classification: Occupational Therapist I
Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
Unit and Program: Post Acute Rehabilitation Program
Primary Location: St. Michael's Health Centre
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 0.00
Posting End Date: 30-JUN-2025
Employee Class: Casual/Relief
Date Available: 15-JUL-2025
Hours per Shift: Varies
Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
Shifts per cycle: Varies
Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends
Days Off: Other
Minimum Salary: $38.+0
Maximum Salary: $51.80
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: Graduate of an Occupational Therapy program or recognized equivalent required. Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) required. Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) required.

Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong understanding of post-acute rehabilitation care, including pain management, mobility support, and recovery from surgery or injury. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families. Must be able to concentrate over extended periods of time. Physically able to complete all demanding aspects of patient/resident care and transport, e.g. walking, standing, bending, lifting, assuming awkward positions and standing for long durations of time. Must be able to understand written and verbal directions in English.

Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience working in a rehabilitation setting preferred.

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