Title: Occupational Therapist
Division: Clinical Service
Affiliation: Public Service Alliance of Canada
Site: Moose Factory, ON
Reports to: Director of Clinical Resources
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Occupational Therapist.
Life at WAHA
A beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve. With spellbinding views surrounding each site, team members bask in the tranquility of the land, juxtaposed against a bustling workplace busy addressing the complex needs of the region. Here, we work with purpose, knowing each action matters. Patients are neighbours, family, and colleagues. Each day brings a challenge- the good kind that stretches you, helps you grow, and makes you feel vital. These hurdles birth opportunities to problem solve, develop new skills, and explore new roles. Here, we step into a version of ourselves once forgotten, overshadowed by the daily grind, and rediscover a deep connection with ourselves, the land, and each other. Here, we experience work with wonder. #WeAreWAHA
What We Do
There has never been a more exciting time to be at WAHA. We are an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast with over 500 employees, physicians, and partners in care. As a health authority, you will work in a unique setting where you have the opportunity to care for patients in all phases of their life journey, in all areas of their health experience. From Primary, Acute, and Mental Health, Dental, Specialty Clinics, Population Health and the WAHA Paramedic Service, the opportunities for growth are boundless. We provide community-based programming in all six of our communities, have six paramedic bases, three hospitals, four emergency departments, one community health centre and a total of 72 beds. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare. To make this goal a reality, we have formed partnerships with other centres of excellence to remove barriers and eliminate the inequity of health services access that have long impacted the patients that we serve.
At WAHA, we are leading the way in health transformation. Come and immerse yourself in the local Cree culture, work with dedicated and passionate colleagues, and live in beautiful northern communities with amazing community members. Our mission is to provide optimum healthcare as close to home as possible. You can be part of this rewarding experience. Come and find your adventure in the north.
Who You Are
- Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Motivated professional who can work with minimal supervision
- Strong knowledge of practice and regulations
- Travel to all coastal sites
What You’ll Do
- Provide assessment, treatment, and education to all inpatient, outpatient, and regional clients
- Plan, implement, and evaluate methods of treatment while modifying when necessary
- Contributes to departmental operational plan while advancing the goals and objectives of the organization
- Develops, establishes, and maintains standards of knowledge, skills, and competence by developing programs to promote continuing education
- Comply with all regulations and professional directives as provided by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
What You Bring
- Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and professional liability insurance
- Experience working in a hospital setting and amputee rehabilitation is considered an asset
- Demonstrated ability to manage a large/diversified workload with rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines
- ADP authorizer for mobility devices (wheelchairs & walkers) – or willing to obtain upon hire
- Proof of registration with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Why Choose Us
- Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)
- Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
- Relocation paid by the organization
- Housing provided by the organization
- Annual retention bonus, a northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus (all pensionable earnings)
- Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north
Salary: $93,307.50 - $138,099.00
Competition #: 2026-005
This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Deadline: This position will remain open till filled.
Apply directly at https://www.waha.ca/career-opportunities/
As part of our recruiting process, AI tools may assist in the screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.
Pay: $47.85-$70.82 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have your degree in Occupational Therapy?
- Are you registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and in good standing?
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Work Location: On the road
