Occupational Therapist Degree

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Moose, WY

74d • CA$38 - CA$47 • Onsite

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. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to clients.
• Provides appropriate assessment and treatment interventions to clients referred for occupational therapy service.
• Participates in an interdisciplinary team approach.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.
• Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs.
• Ability to provide public/educational presentations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level