OPSEU

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Status: Temporary Full Time (7 Months)
Department: O/T: Medicine
Program: Healthy Aging
8 Hour Shifts, Days, Evenings and Weekends Schedule (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Wage Schedule: $40.360 - $56.300 per hour
Posting Reference: 2500002687
This position is open to all qualified OPSEU staff throughout Lakeridge Health commencing September 11, 2025 and closing at 11:59 pm on September 18, 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
• MSc. in Occupational Therapy or equivalent;
• Certified in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA);
• Previous Experience working with Inpatients with orthopaedic, medical disorders is preferred;
• Effective verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills;
• Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard;
• Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team;
• Ability to exercise initiative and observe strict confidentiality;
• Membership in CAOT, OSOT;
• Previous experience in an inpatient rehabilitation care setting is preferred;
• ADP authorization for Mobility/seating/wheelchair and splinting experience is preferred;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health’s comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service in this area.

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for patient assessment and the development of treatment plans, with emphasis on optimizing return to function. Actively participating in team conferences and regular team meetings. Other related duties as assigned.