Occupational Therapist

Veterans Health Administration•London, ON

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to assess and provide consultation, recommendations, and interventions to a diverse group of pediatric clients in their homes and/or schools. The role involves ensuring coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team, problem-solving to create opportunities for independence, and promoting VHA’s core beliefs and values. VHA is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario, with a team of nearly 3,000 professionals dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centered care in various community settings. Team members often highlight the sense of accomplishment, the freedom and flexibility of managing their own schedules, and the inclusive culture.

Requirements

Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school of Occupational Therapy.
Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle
Compassionate and empathetic
Self-driven with ability to work independently
Skilled in caseload management
Skilled at electronic documentation
Able to provide virtual care

Nice To Haves

A registered ADP authorizer

Responsibilities

Assesses and implements occupational therapy interventions in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA and the perspective regulatory college.
Implement client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client’s integrated care plan.
Ensure that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measured.
Ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client’s team regarding plans and schedules for interventions.
Document all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required b the profession, referral source and the organization.
Supports safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.
Participate in a weekend on-call roster within the geographical region to provide services based on client needs.