Occupational Therapist
Posting #: 923912
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Allied Health, Occupational Therapy – Float coverage (subject to change based on department needs)
Hours: 37.5 hours a week
Shifts: Days; Weekend Rotation
Salary: $36.74 – $45.92 per hour
Status: Permanent Full Time
Posting Date: August 23, 2023
Closing Date: Until Filled
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
As an integral member of the Allied Health department, the Occupational Therapist:
Provides assessment and treatment of acute care in-patients at the Toronto Western Hospital
Provides evidence-based and patient centred practice to patients seen
Supports the development and implementation of best practice models of occupational therapy in the acute care setting at TWH
In cooperation with other members of the occupational therapy in-patient team, provides assessment and treatment for patients across the hospital as required, areas of coverage may include: emergency department, neurovascular, neurology, neurosurgery, general internal medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, geriatrics, ICU
Works with multidisciplinary teams
Participates in the clinical education of occupational therapy students
Participate in Allied Health meetings and quality initiatives
Performing other functions consistent with the job classification, as required
Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy, or equivalent
Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
Previous experience in an acute care Hospital environment preferred
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) certified
Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
Must be physically capable of performing the daily activities associated with patient care and occupational therapy treatment
Experience in assessment and treatment of general internal medicine patients, Ortho/Msk patients, and patients with Neurological deficits
Demonstrated appropriate and effective written, oral, and nonverbal communication skills
Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists’ membership preferred
Computer literacy
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.
Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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