Occupational Therapist - WSIB Specialty Clinics
About The Position
The Occupational Therapist will support the development, growth, and day-to-day operations of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) specialized care program. This outpatient assessment and treatment program is designed for injured workers who require interdisciplinary assessment, diagnostic, and rehabilitation services to aid in their return to work and function. The role involves a combination of hands-on clinical work and administrative responsibilities, including operational oversight and stakeholder liaison. The successful candidate will work within the MSK and neuro Specialized Care Services program, conducting comprehensive assessments and delivering treatment therapy in the Outpatient Rehab Department as part of an interdisciplinary team, providing evidence-based, outcome-oriented care and recommendations.
Requirements
- BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Excellent written communication skills required for the preparation of comprehensive reports.
- Demonstrated leadership ability within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of an inter-professional patient care team.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with excellent time management and organizational skills required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
- Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
- Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration.
- Excellent attendance and work record.
Nice To Haves
- Membership in CAOT or OSOT preferred.
- Relevant experience in treating a variety of conditions in an ambulatory care setting, return to work planning, functional evaluation, work conditioning and return to work strategies an asset.
- Cognitive Behavioral Training is an asset.
- Certification in psychotherapy modalities preferred.
- Experience in conducting/facilitating psycho-educational groups preferred.
- Ability to deliver counselling and psychotherapy within the legislative requirements and under medical directives as required is preferred.
- Experience with psychosocial, cognitive, perceptual and physical health related assessment and intervention skills addressing occupational performance.
- Experience/Knowledge of evidence-based OT assessment & treatment to a neurological population preferred.
- Experience providing services with a strong quality improvement focus to third party payers including WSIB.
Responsibilities
- Provide assessment and therapy services in accordance with college guidelines and standards of practice for specialty clinic workers for issues referred by WSIB through the Trillium Health Partners/Osler partnership.
- Participate in return-to-work planning with the interdisciplinary team and multiple stakeholders.
- Coordinate WSIB services within the WSIB/THP/Osler partnership with relevant healthcare and administrative professionals, including reviewing and interpreting reports, facilitating conferences, and participating in data collection and analysis of business benchmarks and clinical outcome measures.
- Participate in program planning, continuous quality improvement, and evaluation.
- Supervise occupational therapy assistants delivering treatment and students as required.
- Practice in accordance with the Occupational Therapy standards of practice and code of ethics as outlined by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Benefits
- Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive.
- Incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities.
- Opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training and promotional opportunities.
- Investment in careers that go beyond where health care professionals can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
