Bayshore·Hamilton, Ontario
The Occupational Therapist is responsible for conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing treatment programs, and managing a diverse caseload across various settings. They must also maintain accurate clinical records, collaborate with the interdisciplinary health care team, and supervise rehabilitation assistants.
Bayshore Therapy & Rehab is one of Canada’s largest interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams, led by a dynamic team of passionate, innovative and caring Occupational Therapists. Professional growth and development, job satisfaction, employee engagement and providing a supportive team environment are some of our core values. We are currently seeking an experienced full-time Occupational Therapist to provide services in Barrie, Greater Toronto Area, Mississauga and surrounding areas. If you enjoy diversity, learning, working in a fast-paced environment, and collaborating with an amazing team, we would love to hear from you!
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 team 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, Private services and other services as assigned. Occupational Therapy services are carried out in clients’ homes, communities, and worksites.
Clinical
Responsibilities:
Completing comprehensive assessments: OT In Home, Attendant Care, Worksite, Ergonomic, Cognitive, Mental Health, Home Safety, Home Accessibility, Mobility and others.
Implementing treatment programs once approved, including sourcing assistive devices, return to work programs, job coaching, behavioural activation, cognitive rehab and implementing return to activities of daily living programs.
Delegating, training and supervising Rehab Assistants.
Maintaining accurate clinical records and completing detailed reports according to Bayshore and College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario standards.
Collaborating and communicating with other members of the health care team.
Cultivating customer relationships, such as lawyers, insurers, physicians, psychologists and WSIB.
Attending and contributing to internal training and team building activities and sharing resources.
Other
Responsibilities: Registered and in good standing with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
Participates in ongoing internal and external education activities and professional development.
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 to notify 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
Candidates must hold a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. A minimum of three years of experience is preferred, along with a valid driver's license and the ability to travel to client locations.
Market context
Occupational Therapist roles in Ontario are commonly tied to schools, rehabilitation, and community care, where employers look for registered practitioners who can work independently and travel as needed. These positions can be competitive because they often prefer experience, strong documentation skills, and current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Review the posting carefully for setting-specific duties, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.