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Occupational Therapist

Bayshore

#Mental Health #Occupational Therapy #Auto Insurance #Ergonomics #Clinical Records #Acquired Brain Injury #Spinal Cord Injury #WSIB #Home Safety

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The Occupational Therapist is responsible for conducting various clinical assessments and implementing comprehensive treatment programs for clients in their homes, communities, and worksites. They must manage a diverse caseload across multiple lines of business and maintain accurate clinical records according to professional standards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. A preference for at least two years of experience is indicated, with additional assets in mental health, ergonomics, and complex injury rehabilitation.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCase ManagementPatient AssessmentClinical DocumentationTreatment PlanningInterdisciplinary CollaborationOccupational TherapyErgonomic AssessmentsVocational RehabilitationMental Health AssessmentsCognitive AssessmentsMobility AssessmentsHome Safety AssessmentsFunctional Abilities EvaluationsWheelchair AssessmentsBrain Injury RehabSpinal Cord Injury Rehab

Job description

Job Summary The Occupational Therapist (OT), under the direction of the Manager of Rehabilitation, is responsible for completing professional activities that include assessment, treatment, report writing, communication with health care professionals and referral sources, team meetings and overall management of caseload. Areas of practice include Workplace Safety Insurance (WSIB), Auto Insurance, Vocational Rehab, Mental Health, Accessible Transit and Private services. Occupational Therapy services are carried out in client’s homes, communities, and worksites. Clinical Responsibilities:
Responsible for completing a variety of assessments such as OT In Home Assessments, Worksite Assessments, Ergonomic Assessments, Cognitive Assessments, Mental Health Assessments, Home Safety and Accessibility Assessments and Mobility Assessments.
Responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive treatment programs.
Responsible for delegating, training, and supervising Rehab Assistants when appropriate.
Responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records and completing comprehensive reports which include assessment results, client goals, treatment plan and client progress with treatment according to standards set by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Collaborates with other members of the health team and referral sources as needed. Other Responsibilities
Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Maintains professional liability insurance
Participates in ongoing internal and/or external education activities
Adheres to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures
Participates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System
Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible for notifying immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel
Completes other tasks as requested Position: Independent Contractor - Hours will vary, depending on location; we are a diverse team, providing services in over 15 lines of business, with a team of fantastic Occupational Therapy leaders! If you are looking to build your skills, have amazing OT mentors and want to deliver services following best practices with resources at your fingertips, we would love to hear from you!

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