VACANCY DETAILS VACANCY NUMBER: 44033CG JOB TITLE: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, FT STATUS: FULL TIME DEPARTMENT: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY LOCATION: NIAGARA FALLS SITE HOURS OF WORK: 1.0 FTE; DAY SHIFTS, WEEKEND ROTATION POSTING DATE: 12 AUGUST 2026 CLOSING DATE: 18 AUGUST 2026 UNION: ONTARIO PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S UNION WAGE RANGE: $40.36 TO $56.30 PER HOUR POSITION OBJECTIVE: Working to promote excellence, quality patient/client-centered care and high professional standards, the Occupational Therapist will be responsible for the provision and delivery of quality Occupational Therapy Services. The objective of the Occupational Therapist is to provide safe and competent care through the application of professional knowledge, the technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. Weekend coverage required. Mentorship available for new graduates. QUALIFICATIONS: o Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario o Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy o Applies knowledge, skills, judgment and competencies required for safe, independent and interprofessional practice by meeting professional practice standards as outlined by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario o Applies NH values and professional practice standards to patient/client centred care and service o Demonstrated commitment to patient/client centred care o Demonstrated ability to perform assessments, develop quality patient/client programming, and facilitate patient discharge o Demonstrated ability to support, explain, and instruct patients and their families in understanding the clinical procedures to facilitate optimum health status o Evidence of effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills o Integrates reflection, critical thinking, education and relevant practical experience in problem solving o Evidence of accurate and timely documentation according to best practice guidelines o Must be able to bend, reach, lift and transfer patients on a frequent basis throughout the day o Ability to work effectively both independently and within an inter-disciplinary team o Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision o Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office programs o Consistent and regular attendance required Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to [email protected] This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact [email protected]