OCCT-Occupational Therapist

at  Lifemark Health Group

BERWICK PHYSIOTHERAPY

* $5000 Signing bonus available & $5000 Relocation Allowance*
Location: 4383 Highway #1, Berwick, NS
Status: Permanent, full time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Lifemark is hiring an Occupational Therapist! Lifemark is passionate about enriching the health of Canadians through movement.
Occupational Therapy is integral in supporting the physical and psycho-social recovery of our clients. We believe when you move better, you feel better. This is at the heart of everything we do, and we are seeking an Occupational Therapist who shares this same philosophy. If you’re a clinician who thrives in a dynamic outpatient clinic and is passionate about helping our clients get back to meaningful activities of daily living, you belong here!
At Lifemark, we walk the talk of our company’s Core Values: “We have fun,” We strive for simplicity,” We trust each other to do the right thing,” We go the extra kilometre,” and “We belong here.”

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration (member in good standing) with the provincial College of Occupational Therapists.
• Previous experience treating clients with physical, neurological, and/or mental health conditions
• Ability to be autonomous; working both independently and as part of the team
• Demonstrated commitment to post-graduate professional development and FCE Trained
• Previous experience supporting auto insurance, long term disability, and WCB referrals is an asset
• Experience supporting occupational rehabilitation is a strong asset

• Assessing the client’s physical and/or cognitive functioning within the clinic setting. Common assessments include: job demands analyses, functional capacity evaluations, cognitive abilities evaluations, ergonomic, attendant care, and pre-employment assessments
• Creating and implementing individualized treatment plans based on analysis and clinical reasoning
• Educating clients on topics such as safe body mechanics, cognitive behavioral strategies, and functional tolerance activities
• Supporting return-to-work programs (job coaching, accommodation recommendations)
• Utilizing e-charting software to document treatment sessions; submitting reports to stakeholders in a timely manner
• Participating in case conferences and case management
• Collaborating with the inter-professional team at your clinic
• Supervising Occupational Therapy students (as preferred)
• Networking with all stakeholders to promote Lifemark OT programs
• Managing caseload in a fast-paced environment
  Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as members of the following groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, and Visible minorities.
  Apply today! Visit www.lifemark.ca/careers
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