Occupational Therapist

Lifemark Health Group•Edmonton, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifemark is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join their team at the Lifemark Sport Institute in Edmonton, AB. In this role, you will objectively assess a person's ability to perform daily and work-related tasks, identifying physical/cognitive limitations and guiding rehabilitation, return-to-work planning, accommodations, and support needs for insurance/legal purposes. You will help clients get back to meaningful activities through personalized therapy for physical, cognitive, and mental health challenges. Lifemark is committed to diversity and inclusion, building teams that reflect the communities they serve and fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of current Occupational Therapy standards, modalities and scope of practice; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in your province
Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted
Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle may be required
In some cases, Valid Vulnerable Sector screening check
In some cases, Proof of Tuberculin (2-Step Mantoux Test) clearance (within 6 months)

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred
Clinical experience is an asset in areas such as brain injury/neurological rehabilitation, mental health, musculoskeletal/orthopedic injury, home safety, ergonomics and/or return to work
Passion for your profession and commitment to ongoing professional development
Superior interpersonal relations, communication, problem-solving, time management, computer and documentation skills
Proficiency in computer skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Bilingualism - French and English are assets

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, evidence-based Occupational Therapy services to clients
Apply clinical expertise and professional competence in the assessment, intervention, consultation, case management, discharge planning, education, and follow-up of clients
Perform clinical evaluations, including admission assessments, ADL assessments, specialized seating and positioning assessments
Identification of appropriate equipment needs with initiation of recommendations
Consult with local vendors regarding equipment trials and complete applications/funding letters to Ministry of Health, insurance agencies and other funding parties
Provide education on seating and positioning, independence with activities of daily living, wheelchairs and adaptive aides as well as providing ongoing education to clients and family to improve function, independence and safety
Provide ongoing evaluation of restraint use, wound prevention, falls, and injury prevention
Record assessment and treatment interventions in the client's chart
Excel in a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team environment
Exhibit sound professional judgment

Benefits

$1500 annual learning and development allowance (based on employment status)
Team culture that values collaboration, learning, and shared success
Centralized support so you can focus on care, not administration
Robust onboarding and supervised new grad program
Ongoing mentorship to support clinical skills development
Support for specialized services including pelvic health and vestibular rehabilitation
Opportunities for management roles, including Clinic Director and Regional Manager positions
Job mobility, with relocation options across a national network
Flexible health benefits – medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
Paid wellness and vacation days
Employee Share Ownership Program (Shoppers Drug Mart) – a 25% company match of up to 5% of your base salary
30% employee discount at Shoppers Drug Mart
Corporate discount at GoodLife Fitness, Workperks, and employee assistance program
Unlimited referral rewards – up to $5000 per successful hire