Occupational Therapist

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist (OT), under the direction of the Manager of Rehabilitation, is responsible for completing professional activities that include: assessment, treatment, report writing, communication with health care team and referral sources, team meetings and overall management of caseload.   Areas of practice include Workplace Safety Insurance (WSIB), Auto Insurance, Vocational Rehab, Mental Health, Accessible Transit, Private services and other services as assigned.  Occupational Therapy services are carried out in clients’ homes, communities, and worksites.  

Clinical Responsibilities:

·         Completing comprehensive assessments:  OT In Home, Attendant Care, Worksite, Ergonomic, Cognitive, Mental Health, Accessible Transit, Home Safety, Home Accessibility, Mobility and others.

·         Implementing treatment programs once approved, including sourcing assistive devices, return to work programs, job coaching, behavioural activation, cognitive rehab and implementing return to activities of daily living programs.

·         Delegating, training and supervising Rehab Assistants.

·         Maintaining accurate clinical records and completing detailed reports according to Bayshore and College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario standards. 

·         Collaborating and communicating with other members of the health care team.

·         Cultivating customer relationships, such as lawyers, insurers, physicians, psychologists and WSIB.

·         Attending and contributing to internal training and team building activities and sharing resources.

Other Responsibilities:   Registered and in good standing with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

·         Participates in ongoing internal and external education activities and professional development.

·         Adheres to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures

·         Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System

·         Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.

·         Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel

·         Completes other tasks as requested

Education and Qualifications:

·         Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

·         Registration and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

·         Professional Liability Insurance

·         Completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check

·         Excellent organization, time management, analytical, communication, planning, problem-solving, and documentation skills

·         Enjoy variety of work, and able to meet tight deadlines

·         Passionate about role, enthusiastic, willingness to explore diverse opportunities, and desire to make a difference to the clients served. 

·         Valid driver’s license and ability to drive locally and further distances if requested

Experience:  

·         Minimum of three years providing Occupational Therapy services preferred.

·         New graduates welcome to apply    

·         Experience with Automobile Insurance and WSIB an asset.

·         ADP Authorizer and experience with complex seating an asset.

·         Experience with hospital discharge planning, medical legal report writing, CAT Assessments and Future Care Cost Assessments an asset. 

·         Skills such as Ergonomics, Functional Abilities Evaluations, Vocational Rehab, Job Coaching, PGAP, mental health, ABI and SCI an asset.

The Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Difference:

·         Work in the comfort of your own home office

·         Flexible schedule and diverse caseload

·         Competitive compensation and car allowance

·         Bonus opportunities

·         Yearly Professional Development/Education Fund

·         Amazing company culture

·         Senior OT leadership, mentoring, support and training

·         Laptop and cell phone

·         Growth and career advancement opportunities

·         Rehab Coordinator support

·         Comprehensive Benefits Package

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.