University Health Network

Occupational Therapist - Geriatric Day Hospital and Clinic

University Health Network$83K — $117K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent required
  • Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
  • 1-2 years of relevant experience needed
  • Strong communication and organizational skills essential
  • Self-directed with effective problem-solving abilities
  • Flexibility in working hours is required
  • Customer service mindset and teamwork capability required

Responsibilities

  • Assess and treat patients according to regulatory standards
  • Provide education and counseling to patients and their families
  • Engage in discharge planning and coordinate with community partners
  • Participate in interprofessional rounds and team discussions
  • Complete thorough clinical documentation in a timely manner
  • Supervise rehabilitation assistants in occupational therapy delivery
  • Provide on-call support for weekend supervision of staff

Benefits

  • Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan
  • Close access to transit and shuttle services
  • A flexible work environment promotes work-life balance
  • Opportunities for professional development and promotions
  • Corporate discounts on travel, dining, and insurance
  • Access to on-site gym facilities
Full Job Description
Job Description

Union: OPSEU
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: West Park Healthcare Center
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Clinical Service Manager
Wage Range: $40.36 to $56.30 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Hours: 37.5 Hours a month
Shifts: Days - Monday to Friday
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: July 29, 2026

Position Summary

To provide quality occupational therapy services to patients/clients while pursuing continuous professional development.

Duties:
  • Assess and treat patients based on regulatory requirements.
  • Provide education, training, and counseling to patients, families/caregivers, and interprofessional team members.
  • Participate in discharge planning, liaising with community partners/stakeholders, as appropriate
  • Participate in interprofessional rounds
  • Complete timely and thorough clinical documentation
  • Complete clinical workload
  • Provide supervision to rehabilitation assistants in the delivery of occupational therapy services
  • To provide occupational therapy coverage throughout the Centre on an as-needed basis, as appropriate
  • To provide on-call services for weekend supervision of rehabilitation assistants on a rotational basis
  • Pursue continuous professional development, which includes active participation in O.T. Professional Standards & Issues Committee, attendance in relevant in-service educational programs.
  • Participate in service planning and development of advances in practice, as appropriate.
  • Participate in team and/or Centre-wide committees, as appropriate.
  • Participate as required in revenue generating services of the Centre.
  • Participate in clinical evaluation of equipment, clinical protocols, as appropriate.
  • Participate in student education (e.g. student preceptorship, labs, tutorials)
  • Be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors including:
  • Compliance with the safety standards of the hospital and applicable legislation
  • Identification and prevention of safety issues and problems
  • Taking corrective action, where possible
  • Attendance at safety meetings/training/updates in accordance with the Centre's standards
  • Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the centre's core values and helps patients get their life back


Qualifications
  • MSc (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent
  • Must be able to achieve 80% in the Functional Independent Measure (FIM) certification exam within the probationary period and on recertification exams if applying to work on any of the following rehabilitation units: 3EA (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation), 3EB (Amputee Rehabilitation), 3EC (Neurological Rehabilitation), 2EB (TB Rehabilitation) and 2WF (Respiratory Rehabilitation).
  • Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
  • 1-2 years expereince
  • Strong interpersonal, communication (both written and verbal) and organizational skills
  • Ability to be self-directed and effectively problem-solve
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and within an interprofessional team
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Ability to demonstrate a customer service philosophy
  • Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality
  • Ability to function in a consult model, as appropriate


Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.
  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

About University Health Network

University Health Network (UHN) is a healthcare organization that provides patient care, research, and education services. The organization operates several hospitals and clinics in Toronto, Ontario, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. UHN offers a range of medical services, including cancer care, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, transplantation, and rehabilitation. The organization is affiliated with the University of Toronto and is one of Canada's largest research hospitals. UHN employs over 16,000 people and serves patients from across Canada and around the world.
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