Demands, duties, qualifications
Job Summary
The Occupational Therapist II (OT II) will work in an inter-professional collaborative team environment, to provide person and family-centered care that is evidence-based, comprehensive and compassionate, with a focus on improving access, optimal health outcomes and quality of life. The Occupational Therapist II is a leadership role responsible for coordination of clinical client care as well as assisting clients and their families to navigate family care teams and community services. The Occupational Therapist II will practice to their full scope in order to meet client needs; participate in direct care of clients and provide clinical leadership, including:
Utilizing a collaborative, shared-care approach, works in partnership with clients, families, caregivers, team members and community partners, to support individuals and communities to achieve optimal health, wellness, functional independence and physical performance.
Providing direct client care including comprehensive assessment, diagnostic and therapeutic services; planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans, incorporating the Determinants of Health.
Health promotion and education for individuals, families, caregivers, collaborative teams, community groups, external agencies with a focus on promoting health and recovery, mental health support, falls prevention, home safety assessments, equipment assessment/prescription, self-management, community mobility and ‘Ageing in Place’ initiatives
Facilitation of group sessions to promote wellness, support chronic disease prevention and management and improve quality of life.
Facilitation of integrated virtual care options to increase access for individual and group sessions.
Acting as a liaison with community wellness groups and initiatives to assist in program planning, development, implementation and support.
Providing professional and clinical leadership, education, mentorship and support to the inter-professional collaborative team, occupational therapy support staff, and students/learners.
Recognizing cultural diversity and practicing culturally safe care.
Practicing age-friendly care in a collaborative care team setting.
Work closely with the manager and other team members to:
o Assist in program development,
o Achieve client, community and clinician engagement
o Improve care coordination among team members across the continuum of care, from hospital to community to home, ensuring coordinated, seamless transitions of care and timely access to improve health outcomes and optimize quality of life.
Participate in evaluation and continuous quality improvement processes based upon current evidence-based practices.
Use assessment to assist patients to navigate care pathways by communicating with the team and advocating for the client.
Engage in continuous education relevant to the position and provide guidance and support to Rehabilitation Assistants, students and other health professionals in the team.
The OT II position offers an excellent opportunity to apply advanced clinical, theoretical and decision-making skills through comprehensive clinical knowledge and an interdisciplinary collaborative team approach to primary health care.
Required Qualifications:
Graduation from an approved recognized school of occupational therapy with a Master’s Degree in Occupational therapy.
Active membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy (CAOT).
Current registration & licensed (or eligible for licensure) with the Newfoundland and Labrador Occupational Therapy Board (NLOTB).
A minimum of three years’ experience within the last five working as a Clinical Occupational Therapist with an adult outpatient population is preferred.
Current BLS certification or willingness to complete on hire
Demonstrated progressive leadership, organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated strong collaboration skills and the ability to create and maintain successful working relationships.
Ability to self-direct and work independently and collaborate with team members
Additional Qualifications/ Assets:
Completion of a post entry education courses in suicide intervention (ASIST), non-violent crisis intervention (CPI) considered an asset
Proficiency with TELUS Med Access EMR, Meditech , CRMS, and Microsoft Office tools
Previous experience in adult education
Knowledge in change leadership and quality improvement methodologies
Experience in a collaborative team model
Experience working in and understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities of rural health care services delivery
Understands systemic racism and applies concepts of cultural safety in engaging with First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Regularly lifts or moves objects up to 30 lbs. and assists, supports, pushes or pulls clients and equipment up to and over 50 lbs.
Regularly stands and walks, and drives to and from sites/homes within the region.
Occasionally uses hand tools and equipment that requires rapid physical movement and reflexes and controlled movement.
