Occupational Therapist Degree

HealthCareersInSask.ca•Moose, WY

15h•$38 - $47

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist is an integral member of the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) team. The Occupational Therapist participates in an interdisciplinary team approach that ensures practice standards that are compliant with the standards established by the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists (SSOT). "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement" In accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the SHA, the incumbent is responsible for a clinical caseload and provides direct care to clients. The Occupational Therapist is required to provide appropriate assessment and treatment interventions to clients referred for occupational therapy service. This position reports directly to the Regional Manager of Therapy Services.

Requirements

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
Problem solving skills
Public speaking skills
Decision making skills
Computer skills
Prioritization Skills
Communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
Ability to provide public/educational presentations
Knowledge in psychosocial aspects of care
Participates in continuous quality improvement activities
Proven ability to perform all types of patient care in a variety of settings
Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal/consultative relationships
Ability to recognize and maintain confidential information
Knowledge in human behaviour
Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists

Responsibilities

Responsible for a clinical caseload
Provides direct care to clients
Provide appropriate assessment and treatment interventions to clients referred for occupational therapy service