Full Job Description
As an Occupational Therapist at VHA, you will be assessing and providing consultation, recommendations and interventions to a diverse group of pediatric clients in their homes and/or schools using evidence-based best practice. You will ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team regarding plans and schedules for interventions, problem solve in collaboration with the client and care team to create opportunities for more independence and promote VHA's core beliefs and values.
Key Areas of Accountability
VHA's Occupational Therapist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:
- Assesses and implements occupational therapy interventions in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA and the perspective regulatory college.
- Implement client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client's integrated care plan.
- Ensure that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measured.
- Ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client's team regarding plans and schedules for interventions.
- Document all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required b the profession, referral source and the organization.
- Supports safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school of Occupational Therapy.
- Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Valid Driver's License with access to a vehicle
- Compassionate and empathetic
- Self-driven with ability to work independently
- Skilled in caseload management
- Skilled at electronic documentation
- Able to provide virtual care
- A registered ADP authorizer (asset)
What makes VHA's compensation unique?
- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
- Compensation for education and professional development
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events
How to Apply?
Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.
Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We'll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.
