Occupational Therapist — Lifemark CORE Physiotherapy

Lifemark Health Group•Lower Sackville, NS

41d•Onsite

About The Position

Lifemark CORE Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role involves providing both individual and program-based treatments and assessments for clients recovering from motor vehicle accidents and workplace injuries. The Occupational Therapist will also support veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, first responders, and individuals with physical, cognitive, and mental wellness goals. The position is permanent and full-time, located in Lower Sackville, NS, with a Monday to Friday schedule.

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.
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).
Proficiency in computer skills.

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist is preferred.
Newly Licensed Graduates are accepted.
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.
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 – areas known for high career satisfaction due to their profound patient impact.
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.