Occupational Therapy Assistant - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health•Halifax, NS

3d•CA$26 - CA$31•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistive Technology Program Manager, and under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) completes therapeutic and technical support duties in support of the delivery of assistive technology services to referred clients, both independently and collaboratively with health care team members and students. This is a highly specialized clinical role helping patients with complex clinical needs and their families identify, set-up, modify, trial and utilize both low and high-tech assistive devices, including computer and phone systems, specialized software, environmental control systems, security, customized access systems and other assistive and adaptive technologies. Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the OTA also supports the Driver Evaluation program and may participate in client screening and testing activities. Cross coverage in the Wheelchair Shop may be required; coverage at other sites is required.

Requirements

Graduation from an Occupational Therapy Assistant program recognized by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy
Previous experience in using computer technology including windows, android and apple platforms required
Previous experience and/or knowledge of seating and mobility systems required
Annual BCLS certification
Commitment to confidentiality and protection of clients’ personal health information and an understanding of related policies and best practices
Strong communication, creativity, problem solving and organizational skills are required
Must be adaptable, flexible and demonstrate initiative
Able to work independently and collaboratively with health care team members, clients, caregivers and students

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years’ clinical practice, preferred
Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset

Responsibilities

Completes therapeutic and technical support duties in support of the delivery of assistive technology services to referred clients.
Identifies, sets-up, modifies, trials and utilizes low and high-tech assistive devices, including computer and phone systems, specialized software, environmental control systems, security, customized access systems and other assistive and adaptive technologies.
Supports the Driver Evaluation program under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
May participate in client screening and testing activities.
Cross coverage in the Wheelchair Shop may be required.
Coverage at other sites is required.