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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time (PT) - Red River Place - Signing Bonus Available

Quick overview

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for assessing resident function and adaptive behavior to develop and implement rehabilitation treatment plans. They provide quality care in self-care, productivity, and leisure while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure resident safety and comfort.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy and be in good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory board and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. A minimum of two years of geriatric clinical experience and a current Vulnerable Sector Check are preferred or required.

bachelor degreeOrganizational SkillsClinical DocumentationTreatment PlanningEthical PracticeResident AssessmentInterpersonal CommunicationInterdisciplinary CollaborationOccupational TherapyGeriatric CareInfection ControlOccupational Health and SafetyPatient Rehabilitation

Job description

Job Description

*Signing bonus available
This position is for our Extendicare Red River Place Home, located in Selkirk MB. Reporting to Director of Care, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of function and adaptive behaviour and the treatment and prevention of disorders which affect function or adaptive behaviour in order to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment function of adaptive behaviour in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. Key Responsibilities: Oversees and participates in the provision of quality occupational therapy in the delivery of Resident care. Utilizes the following processes: Assessment - Assesses Residents upon admission and an ongoing basis and assists in developing treatment care plans; Planning - Assists with identification of treatment plan and goals and communicates these to other members of the Occupational Therapy Department and the interdisciplinary care team; Implementation of Treatment Plan - Ensures that Residents are involved in identified therapeutic programs, which meet specified goals. Provides relevant information for Resident Care Conferences and Therapy Rounds; Evaluation - Ensures on-going analysis of Resident's progress towards identified goals; Documentation - Documents pertinent information as it relates to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services; Recognizes variations in the continuum of health by implementing Occupational Therapy interventions, which promote, maintain and restore health, prevent disease and injury and provide Resident comfort. Utilizes established Occupational Therapy standards in the provision of safe, competent and ethical care: Ensures that the practice of Occupational Therapy is conducted in accordance with the Code of Ethics as stipulated by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, and all provincial regulatory bodies; Understands and complies with the legal requirements of licensure, legislation, scope of practice, and policies and procedures of the company; Ensures development and implementation of the classification process and documentation according to standards set by the company, the Regional Health Authority and Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation; Questions policies and procedures inconsistent with resident outcomes, current practices and safety standards; Provides safe and effective delivery of treatments and therapeutic interventions; Provides direct Resident care and a safe environment; Identifies safety hazards, participates in problem resolution and reports same to the Director of Care; Protects the individual's beliefs and values and the right to confidentiality, privacy and dignity; Promotes Resident's participation, choice and control in meeting health care needs; Identifies and communicates ethical issues to the interdisciplinary team and Director of Care. Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude: Assumes primary responsibility for maintaining own competence in Occupational Therapy practice; Seeks opportunities for professional development and continuing education; Demonstrates an openness to new ideas and receptivity to change; Establishes and maintains effective collegial relationships; Monitors, identifies and problem-solves routine issues. Reports to Manager of Occupational Therapy for further investigation and action; Reports workload issues to the Manager of Occupational Therapy in a timely fashion; Participates in the orientation and performance appraisal process of colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team; Utilizes responsible practices which contribute to cost-effective use of health care resources; Demonstrates respect for Residents, families and colleagues; Acts as a role model and participates in the clinical development of staff and students assigned within the facility; Attains and maintains specialty qualifications as required. Participates in relevant research as required; Participates in the development, implementation and monitoring of Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety guidelines; Work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); Uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct;

Benefits

Employee Family Assistance Program
Growth Opportunities
Signing Bonus
Robust Benefits Package
Continuous Mentorship

An Occupational Therapist in good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory board and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists; Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy required; Knowledge of computer applications preferred; Excellent organizational skills required; minimum of two years of geriatric clinical experience preferred; Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills with Resident/families and staff required; Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team required. Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one. What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect: Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. Employee Family Assistance Program. Robust benefits package. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. Time Type: Part time At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position. Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long-term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. Our Mission To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our Vision Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives. Our Values We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time (PT) - Red River Place - Signing Bonus Available

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