Occupational Therapist - Medical Rehabilitation Services - Casual Specific Period

Yukon Hospital•Whitehorse, YT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
Eligible for individual membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Valid CPR Level C certification

Nice To Haves

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
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
Two years related clinical experience

Responsibilities

Assess and plan rehabilitation and discharge planning needs for a wide variety of patient populations.
Provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment to clients with a broad range of physical and mental health conditions.
Promote client independence and self-esteem.
Supervise and direct Therapy Assistants.
Supervise OT students.
Offer consulting services to clients, family members and the health care community.
Train and support YHC Staff in all facilities.