Unity Health Toronto
Occupational Therapist Health Disciplines Resource Team PHC
Unity Health Toronto, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Unity Health Toronto, comprised of Providence Healthcare, St. Joseph's Health Centre and St. Michael's Hospital, works to advance the health of everyone in our urban communities and beyond. Join our team as we work to put patients and families at the centre of everything we do in the role of Occupational Therapist Part-Time Weekends/Sundays.
Join our Providence Healthcare in the role of Occupational Therapist on our Stroke and Neurology Program.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary role of an Occupational Therapist is to assess and treat patients whose occupational performance is impaired by illness or injury, social disadvantage, trauma, or the aging process. The purpose of occupational therapy is to promote, maintain, or restore health and wellbeing through engagement in meaningful occupations in the areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure. Occupational therapy services may include assessment, treatment, consultation, discharge planning, and education to patients, their family members, external agencies, learners and hospital staff.
Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient careContributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, learners and members of the academic and professional communityIdentifies and addresses educational needs for patients and their familiesDemonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient careIs committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organizationProvides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standardsIs committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patientsQUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario for practice in all applicable clinical areasMust hold a Master's Degree (or substantial equivalent) in Occupational TherapyCurrent BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)As required by the program, must be Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) certified (or willing to certify prior to the end of the probationary period)Experience in stroke and neurological careRehabilitation hospital care is preferredExcellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skillsProven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentExcellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient careDemonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)
Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
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Join our Providence Healthcare in the role of Occupational Therapist on our Stroke and Neurology Program.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary role of an Occupational Therapist is to assess and treat patients whose occupational performance is impaired by illness or injury, social disadvantage, trauma, or the aging process. The purpose of occupational therapy is to promote, maintain, or restore health and wellbeing through engagement in meaningful occupations in the areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure. Occupational therapy services may include assessment, treatment, consultation, discharge planning, and education to patients, their family members, external agencies, learners and hospital staff.
Works effectively as a member of an interprofessional team, collaborating with other disciplines to provide comprehensive patient careContributes to the academic mandate of the organization as an educator, resource or support for staff, learners and members of the academic and professional communityIdentifies and addresses educational needs for patients and their familiesDemonstrates commitment to ongoing professional development in order to continue to provide optimal patient careIs committed to and participates in ongoing quality improvement and/or research in the organizationProvides patient care in accordance with all professional and organizational standardsIs committed to providing anti oppressive and accessible care for all patientsQUALIFICATIONS:
Must be currently licensed by and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario for practice in all applicable clinical areasMust hold a Master's Degree (or substantial equivalent) in Occupational TherapyCurrent BLS (or willingness to complete within probationary period)As required by the program, must be Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) certified (or willing to certify prior to the end of the probationary period)Experience in stroke and neurological careRehabilitation hospital care is preferredExcellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skillsProven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environmentExcellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills as relates to patient careDemonstrated advocacy, commitment to and involvement with profession preferred (e.g. involvement with professional association, representation on relevant committees)
Potential candidates who do not meet all preferred qualifications are still encouraged to apply.
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